Rec Therapy| Child Life Assistant

2 weeks ago


Toms River, United States RWJ Barnabas Full time

Job Overview:

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

Qualifications:

Required:

* AHA BLS Provider Certification
* Valid Driver s License
* Previous work experience with children with special needs or previous experience with children
* 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

Preferred:

* Higher Education
* Experience working with challenging behaviors

Certifications and Licenses Required:

* AHA BLS Provider Certification
* Valid Driver s License

Scheduling Requirements:

* Per Diem
* Flexibility related to scheduled hours each week to meet patient needs

Essential 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 diverse recreation activities/opportunities for a variety of ages and abilities
* Direct contact with patients, families, other therapists, nursing staff and volunteers

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

* Retirement Plans
* Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer



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