Rehabilitation Specialist/Therapist - Behavioral Health/Inpatient Psychiatry - Part Time

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center is 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. The role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to enhancing inpatient activity and programs, mentoring interns, and coordinating group leaders to provide a broad range of group therapy experiences. The shift is 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, 2 days during the week and 1 weekend day. All roles require on-site presence, and employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

Requirements

• 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 Association

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 the hospital.
• Mentor interns throughout the year.
• Coordinate the group leaders to provide a broad range of group therapy experiences.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life.
• Amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure.
• Countless opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level