Recreational Therapist II, per diem , I​/P Psych, Medical Center

Recreational Therapist II – Per Diem Day Shift (7A-7P), I/P Psych – Overlook Medical Center

Location: Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Part‑time (per diem daytime)

Job Function: Other

Base Pay: $28.87/hr – $47.67/hr (based on skills and experience)

As a Recreational Therapist II, you will create, arrange, and lead medically approved recreation programs for patients in hospital and other medical settings. Your responsibilities include:

• Directing activities such as sports, dramatics, games, and arts & crafts to help patients develop interpersonal relationships, socialization skills, and confidence for group activities.
• Adjusting program content to patient capabilities, needs and interests.
• Teaching relaxation techniques (deep breathing, concentration, etc.) to reduce stress and tension.
• Guiding patients through calisthenics, stretching and limbering exercises.
• Encouraging patients to develop leisure activities.
• Coordinating special outings and accompanying patients on recreational trips.
• Preparing progress charts and periodic reports for medical staff and treatment team members.
• Supervising and providing in‑service training for staff, reviewing assessments and program goals, and consulting on selected cases.
• Training volunteers and students in recreation therapy techniques.
• Serving as a consultant to employers, educational institutions, and community health programs.
• Submitting requisitions for needed supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

The role requires:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a medical setting.
• CTRS certification (preferred).

Atlantic Health System is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable laws protecting applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, pay, benefits, and other aspects of employment.

Additional benefits for team members include medical, dental, vision, life & AD&D insurance, disability benefits, retirement plan, paid time off, tuition assistance, parental leave, backup and on‑site childcare, employee assistance program, and more.