Recreation Therapist, New Day Residential Job at RWJBarnabas Health, Elizabeth, NJ

  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • Elizabeth, NJ

Job Description

Job Title: Recreation Therapist Location: NPC Plaza Building, 654 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206 Shift: Evening (3‑11 pm) Pay Range: $33.26 per hour Job Overview New Day Residential Program (NDRP) is a state specialty bed, residential level of care facility (group home). The program model is based on a community‑oriented framework of practice, which includes a culture of non‑violence; shared governance; social responsibility and personal growth and change. The primary goal is to provide a caring, therapeutic environment that facilitates and promotes adaptive skill acquisition in a safe, supportive environment for girls aged 15‑19 years old who reside in the program for nine months to a year. Through the provision of therapy, programs, resources, and support staff, the Recreation Therapist works with patients to encourage the development of satisfying recreational interests and skills for participation in on‑site and community‑based recreational programs. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Creative Arts Modality (Art, Dance, Music, or Recreation Therapy) At least one year of Recreation Therapist applicable work experience Certifications and Licenses Required Board certification in Art, Dance/Movement, Music, or Recreation Therapy Scheduling Requirements Shift working, evening shift is 3‑11 pm May work up to 6 hours per week Per Diem (PD) Essential Functions Allied activities are based on the cognitive and emotional needs of the youth in the milieu and require identified outcome measures Provide youth with structured and guided activities on the program's site or in the community which are participatory in nature and directly related to the youth treatment planning needs Examples may include, but are not limited to: yoga, movement, music, art therapy, vocational activities, etc. Recreation/leisure assessment and reporting Benefits At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Equal Employment Opportunity RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Work experience placement, Shift work, Afternoon shift

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