Job Summary

Under the supervision of a Child Life Specialist or Recreational Therapist, plans and implements diversional recreation services to assist with alleviating the affects of hospitalization and|or improve quality of life. Maintains program areas and supplies.

Essential Job 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

Formal Education and Job-Related Experience

* High School Diploma or GED equivalent required within one (1) year of hire.

* Higher Education preferred.

* Previous work experience with children with special needs or previous experience with children.

* Experience working with challenging behaviors is preferred.

* 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.

* Flexibility related to scheduled hours each week is required to meet patient needs.

Certification

American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Certification required.

License

Valid drivers license required.

Education and Experience - Additional Comments

N/A

Job Specific Contacts

Direct contact with patients, families, other therapists, nursing staff and volunteers.

Physical Demands

Therapy areas, community settings, nursing units.

Working Environment - Additional Comments

Physical stamina for lifting and therapeutic handling of patients.

Job Provides Direction To

N/A

Additional Comments

N/A

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer