Adjunct Therapist

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapeutic groups
• Contribute to interdisciplinary treatment planning
• Promote patient engagement through evidence‑based expressive modalities
• Work collaboratively with the treatment team to support individuals in achieving treatment goals related to emotional regulation, coping skills development, self‑expression, recovery, and overall well‑being
• Maintain professional standards of practice and complete all required documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrate ability to plan and facilitate therapeutic groups utilizing creative arts interventions with adolescent and adult behavioral health populations
• Apply knowledge of trauma‑informed care and evidence‑based practices relevant to mental health and eating disorder treatment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues within an interdisciplinary team
• Exhibit strong organizational and documentation skills, including timely completion of clinical records in the electronic medical record system
• Manage crisis situations appropriately, utilize de‑escalation techniques, and maintain professional boundaries
• Provide flexibility to cover inpatient and outpatient programs, including weekends, holidays, and other shifts as program needs require

Requirements

• 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 of experience in Recreational Therapy

Skills

• Ability to plan and facilitate therapeutic groups using creative arts interventions
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care and evidence‑based practices for 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
• Ability to manage crisis situations, 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

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Pay

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

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.

Schedule

Shift: Day, with flexibility to provide coverage based on program needs, including weekends and holidays.