Recreational Therapist

• Inpatient Rehab Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
• West (West Orange)
• 3.

5 West Orange, NJ Job Details PRN | Per diem $32 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) matching Qualifications Recreation therapy BLS Certification Bachelor's degree CTRS Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy

Full Job Description Overview:

Kessler Institute for

Rehabilitation Position:

Recreational Therapist Location:

1199

Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ Schedule:

Per Diem (PRN) 9AM

• 5PM (Minimum of 2 shifts per month: weekend and weekday needs)

Compensation:

$32 per Hour Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. We support your career growth and personal well-being:

Start Strong :

Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting. Invest in

Your Future:

Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)

Your Impact Matters:

Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities:

The Recreational Therapist plans and implements appropriate recreation activities for patients in accordance with guidelines set by the organization, hospital, and the profession. Responsible for the provision of therapeutic recreation intervention for an assigned caseload. Ensures all patients are oriented to recreation therapy and provides hospital-wide leisure, social, and divergent programs. Serves as an educator to patients on community resources.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements National certification from NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) is required to start Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) or completion within the first 90 days of employment is required Preferred Qualifications Experience in Acute Rehab preferred

Additional Data:

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans