Creative Arts Therapist - Level I
NYC Health Hospitals - New York, New York, us, 10261Work at NYC Health Hospitals
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Overview
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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Work Shifts
7:00 A.M - 3:30 P.M8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M8:30 A.M - 4:30 P.M9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M10:00 A.M - 6:00 P.M
Job Description
Will provide inpatient admission assessment, treatment plan, and clinical progress note documentation. develop/implement daily therapy group programing for inpatient units that includes weekend coverage. May practice with LCAT - permit under supervision by a qualified therapist. Engage with patients to provide treatment & positive hospital experience.Provide a variety of therapy sessions that engages patients and provide positive therapeutic patient experienceperform required daily group programming that meets the need of inpatient psychiatric populationPerform required assessments & clinical documentationAttend interdisciplinary treatment team meetings
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.
Department Preferences
Experience in inpatient psychiatry, crisis management and providing patient centered group therapy.Weekends and evenings required. Art Therapist preferred.
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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