Children's Day Program
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Overview
The Children's Day Program (part of Jersey Shore University Medical Center) provides intensive group therapy for children between the ages of 8-14, who are experiencing serious emotional, psychological, and/or behavioral difficulties at home, in school, or in the community. This program provides daily afternoon treatment, from 3-6 PM. The goal of this program is to teach and reinforce appropriate behavior in children.
Please apply early to this position, as the start-up process (background check, orientation, etc.) may take some time.
Duties
- shadowing therapist groups
- going on "van runs" (with staff) to pick up the children from school
- interacting with children
- providing feedback and redirection to children's behavior
- leading a group therapy program on your own
Requirements
- Time Management Skills
- Desire to work with children
- Patience
- Knowledge of Psychological principles and concepts
- Pass background check
- Attend orientation
How to Apply
Contact Lauren Cruz (below) to begin the process.
Contact Information
Lauren Cruz
Phone: (732) 869-2752
Lauren.Cruz@hackensackmeridian.org
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