Adjunct Therapist

RWJBarnabas Health; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 42,705 - 53,726; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Adjunct Therapist at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. The role involves conducting evaluations and planning treatment activities for patients. Candidates should have a BS degree, certification in Creative Arts Therapy, and experience in behavioral health.

Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, making it a competitive opportunity for qualified professionals.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Creative Arts Therapy.
• Licensed or credentialed as a Rehabilitation/Creative Arts Therapist.
• Experience in Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, and/or Geriatrics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and plan treatment activities for patients.
• Collaborate with staff for continuity of care.
• Document patient's behavior and progress.
• Evaluate group therapy programs on an ongoing basis.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

BS degree

Masters in Creative Therapy

Tools

Creative Arts Therapy certification

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Therapist

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

Req #: 0000229529

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $31.00 - $39.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

We are currently looking for an Adjunct Therapist to conduct evaluations and plan treatment activities for patients with psychosocial dysfunctions. The use of all methods of practice and/or work performance must conform to written established hospital policies and procedures and be carried out to the highest achievable level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration.

Qualifications

Required

• BS degree
• Board Certified in Creative Arts Therapy
• Rehabilitation/Creative Arts Therapist licensed or credentialed by appropriate association or licensure or credentialing board (i.e. ATR-BC, LCAT, R-DMT, BC-DMT)
• Experience working in Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, and/or Geriatrics
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills

Preferred

• Masters in Creative Therapy

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable)

• Board Certified in Creative Arts Therapy

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions)

• Per Diem
• Day

Essential Functions

• Assume a leadership role in recommending and implementing programs to meet patients’ therapeutic need.
• Collaborate with creative arts therapists on staff to provide continuity of care.
• Communicate with staff regarding clinically appropriate information obtained from patient interaction.
• Contribute to establishing priorities in multidisciplinary treatment planning and implement interventions to facilitate goal accomplishment.
• Develop and implement therapeutic groups for appropriate ages.
• Accurately document the patient's behavior, progress and involvement in milieu programs.
• Evaluate group therapy program on an ongoing basis.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Perform recreational therapy evaluation of each patient within allotted time frame.

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!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer