FFS Play Therapist needed in Yonkers, NY 10704

Optimum Connect Health Services; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Optimum Connect Health Services is seeking a passionate and skilled Play Therapist in Yonkers, NY to help children express and process emotions through play. The candidate will conduct therapy sessions, create therapeutic programs, and collaborate with a healthcare team, making a meaningful impact on children's emotional wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options

Supportive healthcare environment

Impactful work with children and families

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s Degree recognized by the New York State Education Department.
• Current Play Therapist Registration from the Association for Play Therapy.
• Experience with Medically Fragile pediatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy sessions for emotionally challenged children.
• Design and implement tailored therapeutic programs.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for holistic care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s Degree in Play Therapy

Play Therapist Registration

Job description

FFS Play Therapist needed in Yonkers, NY 10704

FFS Play Therapist needed in Yonkers, NY 10704

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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!

Location: Yonkers, NY 10704

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!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Medical Practices

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