Adjunct Creative Arts Therapist – Inpatient & Outpatient

RWJBarnabas Health; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible SP

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts Through Partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring an Adjunct Therapist to provide therapeutic services using creative arts interventions in our Eating Disorders Unit at RWJ Somerset. The role supports inpatients and outpatients, facilitates expressive groups, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to reach treatment goals. The position requires a relevant degree (B.S./B.A.

or M.S./M.A.) and licensure as appropriate. Weekend and holiday coverage may be needed, with strong documentation and trauma-informed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field is required.
• Licensure commensurate with degree is required.
• Experience in recreational therapy or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapeutic groups using creative arts in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary treatment team to support goals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the EMR system.
• Provide coverage across inpatient and outpatient programs, including weekends and holidays.
• Apply trauma-informed practices and evidence-based approaches.

Skills

Group facilitation

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Education

B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Occupational, Recreational Therapy or Vocational Counseling

Tools

EMR system

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring an Adjunct Therapist to provide therapeutic services using creative arts interventions in our Eating Disorders Unit at RWJ Somerset. The role supports inpatients and outpatients, facilitates expressive groups, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to reach treatment goals. The position requires a relevant degree (B.S./B.A.

or M.S./M.A.) and licensure as appropriate. Weekend and holiday coverage may be needed, with strong documentation and trauma-informed