Adjunct Therapist

Job Title: Adjunct Therapist

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: Eating Disorders Unit

Req #: 0000266221

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $64,500.00 - $80,700.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Adjunct Therapist

Summary: The Adjunct Creative Arts Therapist provides therapeutic services utilizing creative arts interventions within inpatient and outpatient mental health and eating disorder treatment programs

A typical day as an Adjunct Therapist may look like:

• Responsible for facilitating therapeutic groups, contributing to interdisciplinary treatment planning, and promoting patient engagement through evidence-based expressive modalities
• There therapist works collaboratively with members of the treatment team to support individuals in achieving treatment goals related to emotional regulation, coping skills development, self-expression, recovery, and overall well-being
• This role requires flexibility to provide coverage based on program needs, including weekends and holidays
• The Adjunct Creative Arts therapist will maintain professional standards of practice and complete all required documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated ability to plan and facilitate therapeutic groups utilizing creative arts interventions with adolescent and adult behavioral health populations
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices relevant to mental health and eating disorder treatment
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong organizational and documentation skills, including timely completion of clinical records in the electronic medical record system
• Ability to manage crisis situations appropriately, utilize de-escalation techniques, and maintain professional boundaries
• Flexibility to provide coverage across inpatient and outpatient programs, including weekends, holidays, and other shifts as program needs require

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:

• A B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Occupational, Recreational Therapy or Vocational Counseling required. License commensurate with the degree
• Member of NTRS or ATRA preferred
• Minimum 2-3 years in Recreational Therapy