Recreation Therapist

Job Title: Recreation Therapist

Location: Mountainside (MTN)

Department Name: Camps

Req #: 0000243343

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $42.19 - $42.19 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Recreation Therapist collaborates with the Manager of Community Programs to coordinate and instruct adapted recreation programs for children with special needs, including aquatics, martial arts, and seasonal camps. You will play a vital role in assessing patient needs, planning specialized programs, and working with the foundation to secure funding for essential community services. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to serve as a community liaison, implementing life-changing activities that match the developmental levels and interests of the pediatric population.

Qualifications:

Required:

• NCTRC Certification (National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification)
• Bachelors degree with a concentration in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation
• AHA BLS Provider Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Completion of a pediatric affiliation or professional work experience with pediatrics
• Strong ability to plan activities and adapt environments for various disabling conditions
• Physical stamina to lift, push, and pull participants and perform therapeutic handling
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and standard PC use

Preferred:

• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or Aquatics Instructor Certification
• Fluency in Spanish
• Experience in grant/donation funding coordination

Scheduling Requirements

• Per Diem (Day)

Essential Functions:

• Develop, coordinate, and implement developmentally appropriate programming for various age and diagnostic groups
• Perform functional assessments to determine necessary adaptations for successful program participation
• Plan, set up, and instruct classes including aquatics, martial arts, and seasonal camps
• Supervise and effectively utilize volunteers and student interns
• Serve as a liaison to the community and foundation to assess needs and secure grant/donation funding
• Complete all documentation, including functional and measurable goals, according to hospital policy
• Maintain recreation areas, equipment, and supplies in a safe and efficient manner
• Act as Camp Director in the absence of the Manager or Community Recreation Coordinator

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer