Art Therapist (Nashville)

INSPIRITUS INC•Nashville, TN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Inspiritus is seeking a professional, compassionate, and experienced Art Therapist to lead and coordinate our therapy and healing services. This role will utilize art-based and psychotherapeutic techniques to support youth, individuals, seniors and families in low-income communities in improving their physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. The Art Therapist will be responsible for both direct service delivery and program coordination. This includes planning and facilitating individual and group therapy sessions and evaluating client progress. The Art Therapist will also support program development and expansion initiatives as needed. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, youth, and adults in multicultural and low-income settings, and demonstrate strong skills in communication, counseling, program management, and evaluation. A deep understanding of visual art, along with a commitment to staying current with best practices and emerging trends in art therapy, is essential.

Requirements

Master of Arts in Art Therapy, Registered Art Therapist
Bachelor’s degree in human services field
Experience dealing with social issues impacting consumers and the community.
Ability and desire to work within a team and independently.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must have the ability to communicate with all people in a culturally competent manner.
Must be sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Ability to take initiative and coordinate logistics.
Ability to use critical thinking skills and make appropriate, difficult decisions.
Ability to forge mutually respectful partnerships with people served and their families.
Must be computer literate. Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Must have personal vehicle, valid Tennessee Driver’s License, good driving record, and appropriate automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Professional Counselor or LPC Candidate

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and facilitate individual and group art therapy sessions for youth, seniors, individuals, and families
Utilize art-based and psychotherapeutic techniques to support clients’ emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being
Document, and evaluate client behaviors, progress, and outcomes during therapy sessions
Develop, implement, and track program evaluations; analyze data and report on overall program effectiveness
Promote Therapeutic Programs and create partnerships with organizations, government entities, and schools to foster partnerships
Lead Thrive Studio volunteer engagement
Manage Art Therapy supplies, materials, equipment and track inventory
Coordinate and facilitate a weekly senior women’s program, including group scheduling
Support program development and expansion initiatives as needed
Develop and train staff and volunteers as needed
Assist with managing disruptions as needed
May serve as a master trainer for crisis intervention, multicultural mental health counseling and trauma-informed care training
Maintain accurate, current, and complete client records according to established timelines, policies, procedures, funding sources, grants, and/or contracts.
Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.
Foster a safe and inclusive environment for participants.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.