What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab position at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation?
| Job ID | 302438 | Location | US-NJ-West Orange | Experience (Years) | 3 | Category | Therapy - Other | Street Address | 1199 Pleasant Valley Way | Company | Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - West (West Orange) | Position Type | Per Diem |
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation | Select Medical
West Orange, NJ
Recreational Therapist
(Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required and Recreation Therapist Certified (RTC))
Shift Hours: Per Diem, Weekdays and Weekends Available
Rate per hour $32
At Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation our services have been designed for patients who need a longer rehabilitation hospitalization for their recovery. We are currently seeking a Recreational Therapist to join our team.
- Shift Differential!
- Latest rehab technologies
- Engaged and team-oriented culture
- High success rates of patients being discharged home
- A network of over 50K employees nationwide with relocation and advancement opportunities
Benefits of becoming a therapist with us:
Job Duties
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
- Recreation Therapist Certified (RTC)
- Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required
- Experience in Acute Rehab preferred
Overview of Select Medical Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals
Select Medical's Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with:
- Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Stroke
- Amputation
- Neurological Disorders
- Orthopedic Conditions
- Multiple Traumas
Select Medical is an organization that is passionate about safety for our patients and our team members. The Inpatient Rehabilitation Division conducts post-offer employment testing (POET) for a number of job titles including, but not limited to:
- Rehabilitation Assistant/Nursing Assistant
- Nurse
- Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy
- Environmental Services
POETS are completed as part of the onboarding process- to be completed before an employee's first day of work.
**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Salary : $32
