Location
Newark, NJ | United States
Job description
Art Therapist
Req #: 0000127954
Category: Behavioral and Mental Health
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department: Spirit of Children
Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr,
201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027
Job Summary:
- Activity therapists will provide individual activities and therapeutic/rehabilitative groups to patients in the program and complete activity assessments within 48 hours of admission.
- The activities therapist assists patients in wellness and recovery plan development and provides teaching on wellness and recovery.
- Responsible for timely and complete clinical documentation.
- Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
Requirements:
- A bachelor's Degree in a recognized recreational therapy or related field with a defined course of study addressing assessment and treatment for persons with mental illness is required; a master's is preferred.
- Certification in a recognized recreational therapy such as art, dance/movement, drama, or occupational therapy is preferred.
- Two years prior, work experience as an activity therapist was preferred.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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