What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehabilitation Specialist-Therapist - Behavioral Health- Per-Diem position at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital?
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Over a century ago, NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center introduced the world to moral, humanistic psychiatric care. We blazed the way for use of the Planetree model and are the first behavioral health facility to be recognized as a Planetree Designated Patient-Centered Hospital with Distinction. Our hospital is also a recipient of Magnet from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Today, top talented staff continue to use compassionate, evidence-based practices in the top Psychiatry program.
Rehabilitation Specialist/Therapist - Behavioral Health- Per-Diem
We are seeking a Rehabilitation Specialist/Therapist to provide functional assessments and therapeutic group therapy programming to meet individual needs and treatment goals for patients on the inpatient units. Work within a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to enhancing inpatient activity and programs throughout our hospital. Give back to the profession and mentor interns throughout the year. Coordinate the group leaders to provide a broad range of group therapy experiences.
The per diem shift request per month is two weekdays availability (M-F) and two weekend days (Sat Sun) and on average the schedule request can run between 8-12 days per month (subject to Dept. Staffing needs) at NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center.
Preferred Criteria
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
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Salary Range
$45.00/Hourly
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
Person-Center Care Is At Our Core
Over a century ago, NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center introduced the world to moral, humanistic psychiatric care. We blazed the way for use of the Planetree model and are the first behavioral health facility to be recognized as a Planetree Designated Patient-Centered Hospital with Distinction. Our hospital is also a recipient of Magnet from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Today, top talented staff continue to use compassionate, evidence-based practices in the top Psychiatry program.
Rehabilitation Specialist/Therapist - Behavioral Health- Per-Diem
We are seeking a Rehabilitation Specialist/Therapist to provide functional assessments and therapeutic group therapy programming to meet individual needs and treatment goals for patients on the inpatient units. Work within a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to enhancing inpatient activity and programs throughout our hospital. Give back to the profession and mentor interns throughout the year. Coordinate the group leaders to provide a broad range of group therapy experiences.
The per diem shift request per month is two weekdays availability (M-F) and two weekend days (Sat Sun) and on average the schedule request can run between 8-12 days per month (subject to Dept. Staffing needs) at NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center.
Preferred Criteria
- License in Mental Health Counseling (LMHC), Creative Arts Therapy (LCAT) or Occupational Therapy (OTRL) from New York State Department of Education or related field such as Music Therapy
- Master Degree
- Knowledge of dual diagnosis, principles and practices of 12 step programs, and the application of psychosocial rehabilitation
- Knowledge of psychiatric/behavioral health conditions and the application of psychosocial rehabilitation and community re-entry principles.
- Bachelor Degree
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Associatio
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
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Salary Range
$45.00/Hourly
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
Salary : $45