Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
$32 per hourKessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester)
Overview
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Position: Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab Location: Chester, NJ Schedule: Per Diem/PRN 10am - 6pm Weekdays and Weekends
Compensation: $32/hr+ Shift Differential
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.
Why Join Us:
- Start Strong : Extensive and thorough 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)
- Opportunity for Advancement : Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
- 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 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:
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required.
- Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
- Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) or completion in first 90 days of employment is required.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in Acute Rehab preferred
Per Diem Requirement: Two (8 HR) shifts per month. At least one of those a weekend and one high need day (week day, weekend, or holiday).
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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