Recreational Therapy Director jobs in New Brunswick, NJ

Recreational Therapy Director directs the programs and staff of the recreational therapy department including policies and procedures. Sets and implements guidelines for recreational therapy programs. Being a Recreational Therapy Director conducts patient programs in areas of social interaction, theater, games, crafts, and music. Communicates the results of patient care to other health services. Additionally, Recreational Therapy Director may require an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. May require professional certification. The Recreational Therapy Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Recreational Therapy Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Child Life Specialist, Certified (FT) - Recreational Therapy - New Brunswick, NJ
  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • Brunswick, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Children s Specialized Hospital is the nation s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health.

    At 13 different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialists partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effective...so children can achieve more of their goals.

    Job Summary

    Shift: Monday-Friday, with 1 evening shift required

    Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates child life services to meet the therapeutic, educational and|or diversional needs of the patient, facilitating adjustment to illness|disability|hospitalization|painful procedures.

    Essential Job Functions

    Evenings and weekends required.
    Completes all documentation on time according to hospital and department policies.
    Develops, coordinates and implements appropriate programming for a variety of age and diagnostic groups, matching developmental level, interests and emotional state.
    Assesses, plans and implements individual treatment plans related to illness|disability, social-emotional development, play preference|style, coping skills and family dynamics according to standards of practice.
    Conducts individual sessions, team treats, procedural support and patient family teaching in a developmentally and culturally appropriate manner. Actively supports principles of pain management.
    Evaluates Child Life services and makes recommendations to improve patient and program outcomes.
    Treatment plan reflects collaboration and communication with patient, family and team. Discharge planning involves school re-integration services when appropriate.
    Coordinates special events on a rotating basis throughout the year.
    Assist with personal, department and hospital growth and development through involvement in research, professional organizations and presentations to promote best practice and maintain certification
    Supervises and|or assists with student interns as designated.
    Effectively utilizes and supervises volunteers and visiting groups.

    Certification

    • Child Life Certification or eligible. AHA BLS Provider Certification required.

    License

    • Drivers License

    Education and Experience - Additional Comments

    • Bachelors degree in Child Life, Early Childhood Education or related field. Completion of Child Life internship. Work or volunteer experience with children with special needs.


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Area Director / Physical Therapist
  • Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy
  • Freehold, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Full-Time Area Director / Physical Therapist Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy - Outpatient Orthopedic At Ivy Rehab, you are not just an employee - you are a valued TEAMMATE! Join our dedicated team at Ivy R...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Food Service Director
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy Associates
  • Neptune, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Seeking a Full Time Food Service Director in a Long Term Care Facility. We offer an excellent salary with great benefits, and room for advancement. Job Responsibilities include:Oversee and train cooks...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Director of Therapy Services
  • Summit Home Care
  • Brick, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Summit Home Care is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Therapy Services to lead and expand our newly established Therapy Department serving the 21 year-old IDD (Intellectual and Developme...
  • 21 Days Ago

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(Sr.) Director, Cell Therapy
  • Legend Biotech US
  • Piscataway, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Legend Biotech is seeking (Sr.) Director, Cell Therapy as part of the US R&D team based in Piscataway, NJ. Role Overview This position plays a key role in Legend US Research. The selected candidate wi...
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Director of Respiratory Therapy - Full Time
  • Hackensack Meridian Health
  • Neptune, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Overview: Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture r...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Program Supervisor, CAMBA Family Solutions (CFS)
  • CAMBA
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to buil...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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After-School Group Leader 2023-2024
  • CAMBA
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Who We Are CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Engagement Coordinator, Magnolia House Womens Shelter
  • CAMBA
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to buil...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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In-Home Mental Health Therapist
  • CoxPHIT, LLC
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description Company Overview: At CoxPHIT, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of children wit...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Case Manager - Bronx - Domestic Violence Programs
  • Urban Resource Institute
  • New York, NY
  • POSITION OVERVIEW MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct intake interviews, as assigned, to assess and evaluate resid...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Healthcare Cook
  • Centers Health Care, LLC
  • New York, NY
  • **Healthcare Cook** **Job Description** **Healthcare Cook** **Corning Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare** is look...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Regional Director (South), Breast Surgical Services; Chief of Breast Surgery (Oncology)
  • Rutgers University
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Regional Director (South), Breast Surgical Services; Chi...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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OPWDD Registered Nurse (Director)
  • Special Citizens Futures Unlimited
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Salary: $120,000-$125,000 annually Shift: Monday to Friday Flexible Hours Location: Yonk...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 5.789 square miles (14.995 km2), including 5.227 square miles (13.539 km2) of land and 0.562 square miles (1.456 km2) of water (9.71%). New Brunswick is in Raritan Valley (a line of cities in central New Jersey). New Brunswick is on the south side of Raritan Valley along with Piscataway Township, Highland Park, Edison Township, and Franklin Township (Somerset County). New Brunswick lies southwest of Newark and New York City and northeast of Trenton and Philadelphia. New Brunswick is bordered by Piscataway, Highland Park...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Recreational Therapy Director jobs
$89,955 to $154,270
New Brunswick, New Jersey area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

Recreational Therapy Director in Winston Salem, NC
Recreational Therapy services contribute to the broad spectrum of health care through treatment, education, and the provision of adapted recreational opportunities - all of which are instrumental to improving and maintaining physical, cognitive, emotional, and social functioning, preventing secondary health conditions, enhancing independent living skills and overall quality of life.
December 08, 2019
Recreational Therapy Director in Grand Rapids, MI
As recreational therapy director, Taylor will help to create and oversee all of the activities available to Morningstar residents.
December 08, 2019
Recreational Therapy Director in Houston, TX
Recreational Therapy is a diverse profession practiced in a variety of settings.
February 07, 2020