Art Therapist
State of Wisconsin - Madison, Wisconsin, United States, 53706![State of Wisconsin](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Overview
As the Art Therapist, you will:
* Design, coordinate, implement and evaluate the Therapeutic Art Program which includes assessing functional abilities and deficits in independent living skills, leisure skills and social skills through collection and analysis of observed and recorded behavioral data to determine appropriate programming needs and develop and implement treatment plans.* Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team.* Serve as a member of the Rehabilitation Services Department.* Provide program supervision and scheduling of Art Therapy students.
Salary Information
The starting salary for the Therapist is between $28.00 and $30.00 per hour ($58,200 and $62,400 per year), depending on experience, plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule/range is 11/05.
The starting salary for the Senior level is between $31.00 and $38.00 per hour ($64,400 and $79,000 per year), depending on experience, plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule/range is 11/04.
A 12-month probationary period is required for both levels. Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.
Job Details
All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a Caregiver background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.
All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by the facility or medical personnel directed by the facility within 30 days of the start date.
DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will have the following:
* Registration or provisional registration as an Art Therapist (ATR). If not already registered, you must obtain your ATR by the time you complete your 12-month probation with MMHI. Requirements to become registered:* Have at least 2 years of supervision by a Board-Certified Art Therapist AND* Have already obtained a degree in Art Therapy
Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:
* Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.* Experience providing art therapy services.* Experience working with adolescent or adult patients with behavior issues and/or psychiatric needs.* Experience using techniques to analyze and evaluate behavior change and treatment effectiveness.* Board Certified as an Art Therapist in the State of Wisconsin.
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Helpful Information:
* Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.* You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline.* Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.* Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.* If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs.* For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Allyvia Vang in Human Resources at allyviam.vang@dhs.wisconsin.gov.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's affairs, click here.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.