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RWJBarnabas Health Adjunct Therapist (PD Day) Toms River, NJ in Toms River, New Jersey
Adjunct Therapist (PD Day) Toms River, NJReq #:0000148682
Category:Behavioral and Mental Health
Status:Per Diem
Shift:Day
Facility:Central Jersey Behavioral Health
Department:Adjunct Therapy
Location:
Central Jersey Behavioral, 1691 U.S. Highway 9, Toms River, NJ 08755
Job Overview:
The Adjunct Therapist aides in the design, implementation and evaluation of all Adjunct Therapy Programs (i.e. treatment planning, treatment implementation, professional development, program development and community education/referral development).
Qualifications:
Required:
Knowledge of recreational, occupational, leisure and creative therapies
Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills
Preferred:
- Experience working in Psychiatry, Substance Abuse, and/or Geriatrics
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Master s Degree in Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Teaching, or Recreation
Certification in the Therapeutic/Human Services field
Scheduling Requirements*:
Shift working, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Per Diem
*2 weekend days required to work per schedule period
Candidate will be required to attend 4 weeks of training
Essential Functions:
Adheres to Attendance and Reliability Standards. Gives proper notification for absence or tardiness as per policy
Assists Supervisor in development of process oriented educational groups
Facilitates and co-facilitates Adjunct Therapy groups
Assists the nursing staff in monitoring the physical, social and emotional needs of the patient
Completes Adjunct Therapy assessment within the appropriate timeframe
Completes individual discharge-oriented progress notes indicating progress towards treatment goals as identified in the assessment and treatment plans
Completes Adjunct Therapy Assessment adequately with including all required areas
Identifies appropriate treatment interventions for patient. Revises as needed based on patient s progress
Assists supervisor in development of process oriented educational and therapeutic groups
Provides group therapy and as needed individual treatment sessions under the supervision of AT Director
Participates in treatment planning process of individual patients on STC unit. Participates for SBU and Voluntary Unit as needed
Inventories all equipment and tools at end of each session
Documents individual patient's response to therapeutic groups provided
Runs clinical groups on STC in compliance with regulatory agency requirements
Assist in Identifying, purchasing and maintaining an inventory of equipment and supplies
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