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Recreational Therapist

Mountainside Medical Center
Montclair, NJ Other
POSTED ON 12/18/2025 CLOSED ON 2/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreational Therapist position at Mountainside Medical Center?

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Adult Psychiatric Unit Recreational Therapist in Montclair, NJ. 

 

Why Join Us? 

 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better 

  • Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
  • People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
  • Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team: 

  • Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200 employees and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Responsibilities

The Recreational Therapist will provide services to Inpatient Behavioral Health patients according to the established job responsibilities.


Qualifications

Job Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in Creative Art (Music, Art, Movement, or Recreation) and Certification in your field.
  • 1 years of experience in a mental health or hospital setting

 

Pay Range Minimum: $24.37

 

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.

Salary : $24

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