Amy Van Dyk
About Amy Van Dyk
Amy Van Dyk is a professional recreation therapist with extensive experience in various healthcare settings. She has worked at Atlantic Health and Carepoint Health System, and has served on the board of the New Jersey/Eastern Pennsylvania Therapeutic Recreation Association.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Amy Van Dyk has been employed at Atlantic Health System as a Pd Recreation Therapist since 2013. In this role, she focuses on providing therapeutic recreation services to patients, aiming to enhance their physical, emotional, and social well-being. Her work involves developing and implementing recreational programs tailored to meet the needs of diverse patient populations.
Experience at Carepoint Health System
Since 2014, Amy Van Dyk has worked as a Recreation Therapist at Carepoint Health System in Bayonne, New Jersey. In this position, she utilizes her expertise in recreational therapy to support patients in their recovery processes. Her responsibilities include assessing patient needs and creating individualized therapeutic activities that promote healing and engagement.
Previous Roles in Recreational Therapy
Prior to her current positions, Amy Van Dyk gained valuable experience in recreational therapy through various roles. She worked as a Recreational Therapy Student in the extended recovery unit at JFK Health in 2013 for three months. Additionally, she served as Assistant to the Recreational Therapist at Bergen Regional Medical Center for two months in 2012. These roles contributed to her foundational knowledge and skills in the field.
Education and Expertise
Amy Van Dyk studied at Kean University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Recreation Administration from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background has equipped her with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for her career in recreational therapy. She also completed her high school education at Rutherford High School.
Professional Involvement
Amy Van Dyk served as Secretary on the New Jersey/Eastern Pennsylvania Therapeutic Recreation Association Board of Directors during the 2016-2017 year. This role involved participating in board meetings and contributing to the advancement of therapeutic recreation in the region, reflecting her commitment to the profession.