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Job Summary
SummaryResponsible for designing and implementing therapeutic activities, such as art, music, movement, or other creative modalities, to enhance physical, emotional, and mental health through collaboration with other healthcare professionals to integrate expressive therapies into the holistic care of patients.
Essential Functions
Develop and implement individualized therapeutic programs using expressive therapies, tailored to meet the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of patients.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to integrate expressive therapies into patient care plans.
Conduct initial assessments to determine the therapeutic needs of patients.
Establish therapeutic goals and objectives in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Conduct one-on-one and group therapy sessions using various expressive modalities such as art, music, movement, and other creative interventions.
Adapt therapeutic approaches to accommodate the unique needs and preferences of each patient.
Encourage patient participation in therapeutic activities, fostering a positive and supportive environment.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of patients' assessments, progress, and participation in expressive therapy sessions.
Follows all established group therapy protocols.
Maintains contact with other clinical staff and unit leadership through participation in rounds, staff meetings, multi-disciplinary meetings, treatment planning meetings, and other meetings as necessary.
Alerts appropriate staff (e.g. Nurse Director, Medical and/or Clinical Director, Treatment Teams) of emergent clinical issues that occur during group sessions.
Participates in group therapy training opportunities when required.
Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Expressive Therapies required or
Master's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Social Worker, Licensed Independent Clinical [LICSW - State License] preferred
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist [State License] preferred
Occupational Therapist [State License] preferred
Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor [State License] preferred
Licensed Mental Health Counselor [State License] preferred
Experience
2-3 years experience in providing expressive therapy interventions or related therapy preferably in a clinical setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of various expressive therapy modalities and their applications in healthcare.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.
Empathy and sensitivity to the needs of patients and their families.
Familiarity with electronic health records and documentation practices.
Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy.
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
162 Mountain Road
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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