Creative Arts Therapist, Adult Psych

Creative Arts Therapist, Adult PsychReq #:0000163091Category:Occupational TherapyStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:Trinitas Regional Medical CenterDepartment:Adult Psych (AP)Location:New Point Campus, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206Job Overview:The Creative Arts Therapist provides clinical groups/assessments to adult inpatients throughout their treatment.Qualifications:Required:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Creative Arts Modality

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Board certification in Art, Dance, Music, or Recreation Therapy

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, 8:00 4:00pm Monday-Friday or Sunday-Thursday

Weekend/evening coverage as needed

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Essential Functions:

Participate in the management of crises as directed

Participate in treatment planning meetings, program participant/staff meetings, and group and community meetings as required

Contribute to the formation, carrying out, and updating of treatment plans elaborated by the staff

Report behavioral and/or physical changes in condition to the program director and according to policy and procedure

Maintain open channels of communication with associates, participants, and families; works within a multifamily group as appropriate

Assess social, perceptual, and physical skills, and re-creative resources according to discipline-specific standards

Develop treatment interventions both group and individual-oriented, utilizing an integrated theoretical framework to: elicit expression, communication, and response from verbally defended clients

Increase self-understanding and insight development through exploration of symbolic content in creative arts modality

Diagnostically elicit information not readily available through verbal assessment procedures

Develop self-esteem, problem-solving skills, organization, and risk-taking through creativity

Integrate and sequence the creative process

Resolve conflict through the use of creative art modalities

Teach relaxation techniques, when indicated

Utilize knowledge of resources to assist in leisure time planning

Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer