Community Psychiatric Institute is hiring: Counselor Creative Recreational Art T

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

CREATIVE ARTS THERAPIST / COUNSELOR

Community Psychiatric Institute, a leader in Behavioral Healthcare and Chemical Dependency treatment for over 53 years in Essex County, has an opening for a Full-time Counselor / Creative Arts Therapist in our Partial Care program.

We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health - Creative Arts Counselor to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for using creative and recreational arts to support individuals with mental health and/or substance abuse disorders.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and run Creative and Expressive Arts groups.
• Maintain an active caseload in our Partial Care program, providing group and individual counseling.
• Perform timely medical records documentation including weekly progress notes and treatment plans.
• Work as a part of our Multidisciplinary Team.

Requirements:

• Creative or Recreational arts background.
• Experience working with mental health & substance abuse populations.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mental health/counseling related field.

Competitive salary and benefits package including:

• 3 weeks paid Vacation
• Paid Sick & Personal time
• 7 Paid holidays
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Generous employer sponsored retirement plan
• Employee discounts
• Flexible Weekday Schedule