Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab

Overview

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Hospital | Select MedicalPosition: Recreational Therapist Location: 201 Pleasant Hill Road, Chester NJSchedule: Per Diem (Required to work at least 2 8 hours shifts per month, at least one of those a weekend and one a high need day (week day, weekend, or holiday)Compensation: $32 per plus 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. 

 

We support your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• 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

Additional Data

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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

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans