About The Position

The Expressive Therapist plans and provides recreation, music, art, drama, and/or dance and movement therapy interventions to support patients’ physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being. This role develops individualized treatment plans, leads group and individual sessions, participates in multidisciplinary care, and supports student and volunteer supervision.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited college program with a major in Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, or Dance and Movement Therapy
  • Current certification or registry in Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, or Dance and Movement Therapy, or obtain required certification/registry within 6 months of hire to maintain employment
  • For Inpatient Therapists, must possess or obtain within 60 days RQI and CBMT certification and maintain current certification.
  • Verbal communication skills required to lead Expressive Therapy
  • Written communication skills required to complete required documentation
  • If driving is required, must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements

Nice To Haves

  • One year of experience in Artistic Expressive Therapy

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients and develop individualized expressive therapy plans based on physician referrals
  • Plan and facilitate individual and group therapy sessions using appropriate expressive therapy modalities
  • Document patient progress, assess responses to treatment, and modify interventions as needed
  • Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and team meetings
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and well-equipped therapy environment
  • Assist with supervision of interns, assistants, and volunteers
  • Maintain professional certifications and stay current with developments in the field
  • Promote quality improvement, patient safety, cultural diversity, and a positive patient experience
  • Maintain compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards
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