Rehabilitation Specialist/Therapist - Behavioral Health- Per-Diem

About the role

Experience The Essence of Who We Are, Person-Center Care Is At Our Core Over a century ago, NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center introduced the world to moral, humanistic psychiatric care. We blazed the way for use of the Planetree model and are the first behavioral health facility to be recognized as a Planetree Designated Patient-Centered Hospital with Distinction. Our hospital is also a recipient of Magnet from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Today, top talented staff continue to use compassionate, evidence-based practices in the top Psychiatry program. Rehabilitation Specialist/Therapist - Behavioral Health- Per-Diem We are 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. Work within a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to enhancing inpatient activity and programs throughout our hospital. Give back to the profession and mentor interns throughout the year. Coordinate the group leaders to provide a broad range of group therapy experiences. The per diem shift request per month is two weekdays availability (M-F) and two weekend days (Sat+ Sun) and on average the schedule request can run between 8-12 days per month (subject to Dept. Staffing needs) at NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center. Preferred Criteria 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 Required Criteria 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 Associatio 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. __________________ 2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma - Glassdoor 2026 Best Place to Work - Glassdoor 2026 America's Best Large Employers - Forbes 2026 America's Best-In-State Employers - Forbes 2026 America's Dream Employers - Forbes 2026 America's Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community - Newsweek 2026 Best Places to Work in IT - Computerworld 2025 Great Place to Work Certified 2025 Best Employers for Women - Forbes 2025 Companies that Care - People 2025 America's Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being - Newsweek NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Salary Range: $45.00/Hourly It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.