RWJBarnabas Health
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Adjunct Therapist
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RWJBarnabas Health
Req #:
0000220774
Category:
Behavioral and Mental Health
Status:
Full-Time
Shift:
Day
Facility:
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department:
Short Term Care (STC)
Pay Range:
$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Location:
201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027
Job Overview Assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic, educational and diversionary recreation services to restore, remediate and/or rehabilitate effects if illness and disability. Through the provision of therapy, programs, resources, and support staff work with patients to encourage the development of satisfying recreational interests and skills for participation in departmental recreational programs.
Qualifications
Education:
A B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Occupational, Recreational Therapy or Vocational Counseling required. License commensurate with the degree, Member of NTRS or ATRA preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 2-3 years of Recreational Therapy.
Preferred
Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):
(none specified)
Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt Positions):
Full-Time, Days, 8:00-5:00
Essential Functions
Ability to plan activities and adapt to the environment to suit a variety of disabling conditions Tact, enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility and judgment in performance of duties
Performs developmentally/functionally appropriate assessment according to standards of practice to determine course of treatment. Plan, implement and evaluates treatment plans
Completes all documentation on time according to hospital and department policies. Goals are written in functional and measurable terms.
Develop treatment plans reflecting collaboration and communication with patient, family and team. Provide discharge planning services including provision of developmental and/or community organizational resources in conjunction with therapists. Attends and participates in departmental Treatment Team as required.
Develop, coordinate and implement appropriate programming for a variety of age and diagnostic groups, matching development level, interests and abilities.
Assist with coordinating outpatient recreational programs if requested.
Supervises and/or assists student interns as designated.
Assist with personal, department and hospital growth and development through involvement in research, professional organizations and presentations to promote best practice and maintain certification.
Assist with coordination of programs and projects enabling the department and hospital to meet the mission and meet or exceed their goals.
Maintains current status with all hospital and departmental educational requirements and competency testing.
Benefits and Perks
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Adjunct Therapist
role at
RWJBarnabas Health
Req #:
0000220774
Category:
Behavioral and Mental Health
Status:
Full-Time
Shift:
Day
Facility:
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department:
Short Term Care (STC)
Pay Range:
$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Location:
201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027
Job Overview Assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic, educational and diversionary recreation services to restore, remediate and/or rehabilitate effects if illness and disability. Through the provision of therapy, programs, resources, and support staff work with patients to encourage the development of satisfying recreational interests and skills for participation in departmental recreational programs.
Qualifications
Education:
A B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Occupational, Recreational Therapy or Vocational Counseling required. License commensurate with the degree, Member of NTRS or ATRA preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 2-3 years of Recreational Therapy.
Preferred
Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):
(none specified)
Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt Positions):
Full-Time, Days, 8:00-5:00
Essential Functions
Ability to plan activities and adapt to the environment to suit a variety of disabling conditions Tact, enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility and judgment in performance of duties
Performs developmentally/functionally appropriate assessment according to standards of practice to determine course of treatment. Plan, implement and evaluates treatment plans
Completes all documentation on time according to hospital and department policies. Goals are written in functional and measurable terms.
Develop treatment plans reflecting collaboration and communication with patient, family and team. Provide discharge planning services including provision of developmental and/or community organizational resources in conjunction with therapists. Attends and participates in departmental Treatment Team as required.
Develop, coordinate and implement appropriate programming for a variety of age and diagnostic groups, matching development level, interests and abilities.
Assist with coordinating outpatient recreational programs if requested.
Supervises and/or assists student interns as designated.
Assist with personal, department and hospital growth and development through involvement in research, professional organizations and presentations to promote best practice and maintain certification.
Assist with coordination of programs and projects enabling the department and hospital to meet the mission and meet or exceed their goals.
Maintains current status with all hospital and departmental educational requirements and competency testing.
Benefits and Perks
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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