Creative Arts Therapist - Level III
NYC Health Hospitals - New York, New York, us, 10261Work at NYC Health Hospitals
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At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
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Job Description
Primary clinical position to provide inpatient admission assessment, treatment plan, clinical progress note documentation. Develop/implement daily therapty group programming for inpatient units that includes weekend coverage. Engage with patients to provide treatment & positive hospital experience.Provide a variety of therapy sessions that engages patients and provide positive therapeutic patient experience.Perform required daily group programming that meet the needs of inpatient psychiatric population on inpatient units. Perform required assessments & clinical documentation.Provide evening & weekend coverage for multiple units as required.Able to supervise students/designated staff. Maintain supplies & group room as needed for session according to regulation.Have a minimum of daily sessions which includes weekend & evening.Perform inpatient assessment/interview & provide input on treatment plans.Can attend treatment team meetings, grand rounds & participate in staff development.Performs related duties as assigned by director & designated staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Assignment Level I1. A valid License or Limited Permit issued by the New York State Education Department to practice as a Creative Arts Therapist. Employees working with a Limited Permit must obtainLicensure within two years from their date of appointment.Assignment Level II1. A valid License issued by the New York State Education Department to practice as aCreative Arts Therapist; and2. Two years of full-time, paid, professional experience in creative arts therapy.Assignment Level IIIIn addition to meeting the requirements for Assignment Levels II, Assignment Level IIIrequires:1. One additional year of experience
Department Preferences
Experience in inpatient psychiatry providing patient centered sessions. Able to conduct wellness sessions effectively with patients.
Rotating days (9am - 5pm)
*weekends and evenings are required*
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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per weekRetirement Savings and Pension PlansLoan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employeesPaid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contractsCollege tuition discounts and professional development opportunitiesMultiple employee discounts programs