Art Therapist

Cleveland Clinic

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As an Art Therapist, you will use art media, images and the creative process to assist patients with social, psychological and physical challenges. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to provide a comprehensive plan of care and apply your expertise to help patients develop coping skills, express themselves in alternative ways, increase socialization, enhance sensorimotor coordination and problem-solving abilities, reduce problematic behaviors and improve treatment compliance.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Art Therapy from a College or University Program accredited by the American Art Therapy Association (AATA)
• Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT) through the Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board required
• Registered Art Therapist with Board Certification (ATR-BC) through the Art Therapy Credentials Board with LPAT must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire
• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross, certification training; must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire
• Maintain de-escalation training, WELLE certification; must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire
• One year of experience in Art Therapy services in an inpatient hospital setting. Consideration will be made for time spent in practicum.

Responsibilities

• Use art media, images and the creative art process to assist patients with social, psychological and physical difficulties.
• Provide individual art therapy sessions to patients on various units within the main campus hospital.
• Evaluate patient's treatment needs, abilities and resources.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, staff, and hospital respecting patient's rights and dignity.
• Complete routine paperwork within prescribed time frames and accurately documents all pertinent and meaningful observations and information on appropriate forms.
• Attend and participates in designated plan of care team meetings concerning the patient and family, as appropriate.
• Adhere to general expectations for all employees in order that the program functions in an effective manner to meet the treatment needs of the patient.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level