Rehabilitation Specialist - Therapist - Psychiatry

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Rehabilitation Specialist - Therapist - Psychiatry

We are seeking a Rehabilitation Specialist/Music Therapist to provide assessments and therapeutic group therapy programming to meet individual needs and treatment goals of medically compromised and psychiatric/behavioral health in-patients & out-patient services. Work with a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to enhancing inpatient activity and programs. Collaborate with other departments and community groups to enhance programs on the unit.  

This is a full-timeday shift Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm with one weekend (Saturday & Sunday) coverage every 4/5 weeksat NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. 

Preferred Criteria  

• 1-3 years’ experience working with adults, geriatrics in an acute inpatient hospital setting  

• Board Certified

• Proficient in modalities pertaining to specific Creative Arts Therapy Discipline (e.g. guitar, piano etc.) 

• License in Mental Health Counseling, Creative Arts Therapy or Occupational Therapy from New York State Department of Education

• Certification in Therapeutic Recreation by National Council for Therapeutic Recreation or Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant by New York State Department of Education

Required Criteria 

• Bachelor's Degree

• Knowledge of dual diagnosis, principles and practices of 12 step programs, and the application of psychosocial rehabilitation for that population

• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, 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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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

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