Art Therapist - Behavioral Health

Skyway Behavioral Health•Skokie, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Skyway Behavioral Health is an innovative behavioral health center that goes beyond the treatment of psychiatric symptoms to address underlying biological, behavioral, and psychosocial causes of psychiatric disorders. Our belief is that maladaptive coping strategies are adopted by patients for survival. While adaptive at one time or in specific ways, these coping strategies are now preventing patients from living the life they want to live. Our treatments teach patients new skills that enable them to serve as their own behavioral therapists- thereby helping them to maintain recovery and generalize skills to their home environments. At Skyway, we provide a fully immersive, intensive, whole-person experience that covers everything from neuroscience to nutrition. We believe that the path to recovery from traumatic stress requires a focus that encompasses not just symptom management but also the treatment of underlying individual, systemic, developmental, and familial traumas. We use leading-edge, specialized, evidence-based treatment modalities to help our patients address the trauma and pain behind their behaviors and diagnoses – thereby empowering them to make lasting changes in their lives. Our team has extensive clinical and leadership experience in the areas of traumatic stress, eating disorders, mood disorders, and personality disorders/pathology. At Skyway, we are committed to building a culture and team that cares for one another such that we may care for our families, communities, and clients. At Skyway, we believe that recovery is not only possible but also attainable for all patients. Role Description Art Therapists report directly to the Program Manager at Skyway Behavioral Health (SBH). The Art Therapist develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and evaluates art-therapy based programming in specialized treatment areas. Experiential Therapists in general will have a strong ability to plan and deliver expressive arts activities within the group setting. Art therapists at SBH encounter a diverse array of patients and clinical need, such as individuals experiencing trauma and co-occurring disorders, notably eating disorders, personality disorders and mood/anxiety disorders. Art therapists will exhibit strong interpersonal skills with patience and colleagues, creative problem solving, empathy and passion for improving the lives of SBH patients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, Master's Degree is preferred (MA Counseling- Art Therapy)
2 or more years of clinical experience in a behavioral health or clinical setting
Clinical proficiency in treatment, diagnosis, and documentation.
Exceptional organization skills, reliable and timely.
Proficiency in Microsoft products (Word, Outlook, Excel), and familiarity with EHR systems.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that are clear, respectful and considerate of other’s perspective
Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Reliable form of transportation to work.

Nice To Haves

IDFPR License eligible (either LPC, LSW, PhD or PsyD)
A problem-solving orientation and eagerness to identify process gaps and implement practical solutions.
Ability to work independently as needed, recognizes the need for support and demonstrates the willingness to ask for help.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond with confidence during challenging or chaotic situations.
Someone who embodies Skyway values: o Embraces the whole person. o Commits to innovative research-based programs. o Believes we are better together. o Celebrates expressions of diversity. o Believes in service and supporting our communities. o Views leadership as a privilege to elevate others to their highest potential.

Responsibilities

Create art therapy based curriculum, implement and deliver art therapy groups
Leads and or co-leads DBT group and provides DBT phone coaching, abiding by DBT structure and format
Leads other groups and/or meals as necessary
Conducting 1:1 individual sessions as needed with patients
Demonstrate ability to build rapport with patients
As clinically indicated, provide comprehensive and ongoing clinical assessment, suicide screening
Complete progress notes, authorizations, and group notes in a timely, accurately and in accordance with SBH policy
Responsible for providing clinical information and attend and participate in team meetings in which patient cases are discussed.
Establishes and maintains effective communications and working relationships physicians, providers, and all colleagues.
Participates in supervisions as needed – DBT supervision, Be Body Positive supervision and training and all relevant supervision as indicated by clinical programming
Collaborates with the leadership team in creating and sustaining a culture of compassion and healing.
Follows policies and procedures to accomplish department-specific and organizational initiatives.
Ensures compliance with all applicable local, state, federal regulations, and guidelines.
Maintain completion of all competencies associated with role and in accordance with Skyway Behavioral Health policies and subsequent Joint Commission standards.
Performs other job duties as assigned.