FFS Play Therapist needed in Pleasantville NY

Doral Medical and Multi Specialty Facility LLC; Village of Pleasantville (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a compassionate Play Therapist to join their team, focusing on helping children process emotions through play therapy. This role involves conducting therapy sessions, designing therapeutic programs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary team members. Join us and make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment promoting emotional well-being.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options

Supportive healthcare environment

Impactful work with children and families

Compassionate team

Qualifications

• Play Therapist with a Master’s Degree from an accredited program.
• Current Play Therapist Registration by the Association for Play Therapy.
• Preferred experience with medically fragile pediatric population.

Responsibilities

• Conduct play therapy sessions to support children with emotional challenges.
• Design therapeutic programs tailored to pediatric patients' needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for holistic care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Master’s Degree in Play Therapy

Job description

Are you passionate about helping children express and process their emotions through play? Doral Health & Wellness is seeking a skilled and compassionate Play Therapist to join our dynamic team!

Type: FFS 1099 Independent Contractor

Specialty: Helping children and youth use play therapy techniques to better understand and express their feelings, emotions, behaviors, and experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct play therapy sessions to support children in coping with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.
• Design and implement therapeutic programs tailored to meet the unique emotional needs of pediatric patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide holistic care.
• Maintain detailed, accurate records of therapy sessions, progress, and outcomes.
• Create a safe and supportive environment that encourages children to express themselves and process their experiences through play.

Qualifications:

• Play Therapist with a Master’s Degree from a program recognized by the New York State Education Department.
• Current Play Therapist Registration conferred by the Association for Play Therapy
• Experience working with the Medically Fragile pediatric population is highly preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about using play as a therapeutic tool to promote emotional well-being and healing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Rate: $40 per hour

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive, holistic healthcare environment focused on patient well-being.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families through therapeutic play.
• Competitive compensation with flexible scheduling options.
• Opportunity to work with a compassionate team of healthcare professionals.

If you're excited about using play as a tool to help children process and heal, we would love to hear from you!