Location

Brooklyn, New York

Shift:

Swing/Mid (United States of America)

Description:

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  Where Amazing Things Happen:

  Recreation Therapist - Adult Psych 6S -

  Imagine a career with New York’s #1-ranked hospital, where people from around the world come to for care of the highest caliber. Working at New York-Presbyterian/Brooklyn Methodist, one of the newest members of the New York-Presbyterian network, you’ll impact the lives of thousands while continuously growing both professionally and personally. Find out how you can Make It Possible.

  At New York-Presbyterian, nursing is a life-changing career journey focused on amazing patient outcomes every step of the way. Each of our nurses dares to be truly excellent – thriving in a compassionate culture of care and caring. Together, we improve the health of patients and their families, making our communities – and the world – stronger.

  We are seeking a creative Recreation Therapist to provide functional assessments and therapeutic activity programming to meet individual needs and treatment goals for patients. In this position, you will work with adult and geriatric patients receiving treatment and care for a wide variety of diagnoses. Lead patient groups and activities while working within a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to enhancing inpatient activity and programs throughout our hospital, including our early mobilization program.

  Preferred Criteria

  • B.A. Degree in Therapeutic Recreation preferred, or B.A. degree in related field of study for the population served
  • Experience working with the Geriatric population
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist by National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification

  Required Criteria

  • High school diploma or GED 
  • Experience in activity therapist
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

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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• 2024 “America’s Best Large Employers” – Forbes
• 2024 “Best Places to Work in IT” – Computerworld
• 2023 “Best Employers for Women” – Forbes
• 2023 “Workplace Well-being Platinum Winner” – Aetna
• 2023 “America’s Best-In-State Employers” – Forbes
• “Silver HCM Excellence Award for Learning & Development” – Brandon Hall Group

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$36.69-$39.6/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.