Empowering Per Diem Recreational Therapist for Teens

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark seeks a Per Diem Recreational Therapist for Providence Place in Jersey City, NJ. The role supports a program serving female residents aged 15–17 with psychiatric needs, with 8–15 hours weekly, schedule varying across Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Responsibilities include planning and directing leisure activities, assessing resident needs, and documenting outcomes to inform treatment teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Six months to one year experience with youth experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms or significant behavioral changes preferred.
• Valid NJ driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs recreational programs for residents.
• Organizes activities according to residents' capabilities, needs, and interests.
• Prepares reports describing resident responses to activities and progress.
• Posts a monthly plan of recreational activities.
• Conducts individual assessment sessions to optimize residents' well‑being.
• Gathers data from records, staff, families, and residents to gauge needs.
• Encourages residents with special needs to learn new skills and engage in healthful leisure.
• Observes and records participation, and adjusts programs as needed.
• Submits progress reports to treatment teams.

Skills

Recreational therapy

Program planning

Assessment

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark seeks a Per Diem Recreational Therapist for Providence Place in Jersey City, NJ. The role supports a program serving female residents aged 15–17 with psychiatric needs, with 8–15 hours weekly, schedule varying across Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Responsibilities include planning and directing leisure activities, assessing resident needs, and documenting outcomes to inform treatment teams.