Under the supervision of a Child Life Specialist or Recreational Therapist, plans and implements diversional recreation services to assist with alleviating the effects of hospitalization and/or improve quality of life. Maintains program areas and supplies. Qualifications: Required: AHA BLS Provider Certification Valid Driver s License Previous work experience with children with special needs or previous experience with children Ability to plan activities and adapt to the environment to suit a va... more details
Job Overview:
Under the supervision of a Child Life Specialist or Recreational Therapist, plans and implements diversional recreation services to assist with alleviating the effects of hospitalization and/or improve quality of life. Maintains program areas and supplies.
Qualifications:
Required:
AHA BLS Provider Certification
Valid Driver’s License
Previous work experience with children with special needs or previous experience with children
Ability to plan activities and adapt to the environment to suit a variety of disabling conditions
Tact, enthusiasm, initiative and judgment in performance of duties
Preferred:
Higher Education
Experience working with challenging behaviors
Certifications and Licenses Required:
AHA BLS Provider Certification
Valid Driver’s License
Scheduling Requirements:
Per Diem
Flexibility related to scheduled hours each week to meet patient needs
12 weekend days per year
Essential Functions:
Demonstrates knowledge of developmental and diagnosis and is able to apply it in daily practice
Cleans departmental equipment and organizes closets as designated in the competency expectations, following established timelines, taking initiative to organize and clean other areas when needed
Monitors and maintains inventory of general supplies and equipment as designated in competency expectations, ordering supplies in an accurate timely manner
Assists department staff in planning and implementation of therapy groups, special events and community trips
Communicates effectively with patients, families and staff
Orients and supervises assigned volunteers and community groups according to hospital policy
Ability to assess and evaluate overall patient level of functioning to determine appropriate activities and adaptations
Performs other duties as assigned based on need of department
Maintains a safe environment for patient care activities
In LTC programs, completes required documentation on day of service
Implements diversional recreation activities/opportunities for a variety of ages and abilities
Direct contact with patients, families, other therapists, nursing staff and volunteers
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:
Retirement Plans
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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.
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