Impactful Adjunct Recreational Therapist - Hospital

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

HSA/Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center seeks a Recreation Therapist to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic and education-focused recreation services to restore and rehabilitate patients. The role involves collaborating with staff to promote engaging activities aligned with patient goals and departmental programs.

The position is Full-Time, days, 8:00–5:00, with benefits including PTO, health/dental insurance, retirement plans, disability cover, tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Education: B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Occupational, Recreational Therapy or Vocational Counseling required.
• License commensurate with the degree; Member of NTRS or ATRA preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of Recreational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities and adapt to the environment for diverse conditions.
• Develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Complete documentation on time per hospital policies.
• Coordinate discharge planning with patients, families and therapists.
• Create and coordinate programming for various ages and diagnoses.
• Assist with coordinating outpatient recreational programs as requested.
• Supervise student interns and support growth activities.

Skills

Recreational Therapy

Education

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

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center seeks a Recreation Therapist to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic and education-focused recreation services to restore and rehabilitate patients. The role involves collaborating with staff to promote engaging activities aligned with patient goals and departmental programs.

The position is Full-Time, days, 8:00–5:00, with benefits including PTO, health/dental insurance, retirement plans, disability cover, tuition reimbursement