Licensed Professional Art Therapist

Midlands Behavioral Health Hospital • Sumter, SC

90d • $28 - $30

About The Position

Are you a passionate and creative professional looking to make a positive impact on the lives of others? We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT) to join our team! As an LPAT, you will utilize your artistic skills and therapeutic expertise to help patients address a variety of mental health challenges and promote emotional, creative, and spiritual growth. In this rewarding role, you will work with the patients who have a variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, past trauma, PTSD, phobias and behavioral disorders to help resolve stress or anxiety and improve their self-awareness. If you are a compassionate and creative individual with a strong desire to help others, we invite you to apply. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.

Requirements

• Must have a Master's degree in art therapy or counseling.
• Prior experience working in a Behavioral Health Hospital preferred.
• Must have certification or license based on state requirements.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Completes an initial assessment to determine a patient’s needs.
• Completes follow-up assessments regularly to determine the effectiveness of treatment.
• Develops an individualized treatment plan that incorporates creative expression, psychotherapy and counseling techniques.
• Establishes goals for individual sessions and long-term objectives for therapy.
• Uses art to open discussions regarding the patients’ individual challenge.
• Instructs patients on using different mediums, such as paint, clay, etc.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
• In-facility education programs and more!

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree