Creative Arts Therapist, Adult Psych (AP) Req #: 0000184212
Category: Behavioral and Mental Health
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Adult Psych (AP)
Location: New Point Campus, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Job Overview:

The Creative Arts Therapist provides clinical groups/assessments to adult inpatients throughout their treatment.

The Creative Arts Therapist is responsible for providing creative art therapies of art, music, recreation, or dance to best serve the needs of adult psychiatric inpatients.

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, 8:00am 4:00pm or 11pm-7amCoverage weekdays, weekends, some holidays

Per Diem (PD)

Essential Functions:

Assess social, perceptual, and physical skills, and re-creative resources according to discipline-specific standardsDevelop treatment interventions both group and individual-oriented, utilizing an integrated theoretical framework to: elicit expression, communication, and response from verbally defended clientsIncrease self-understanding and insight development through exploration of symbolic content in creative arts modalityDiagnostically elicit information not readily available through verbal assessment proceduresDevelop self-esteem, problem-solving skills, organization, and risk-taking through creativityIntegrate and sequence the creative processResolve conflict through the use of creative art modalitiesTeach relaxation techniques, when indicatedUtilize knowledge of resources to assist in leisure time planningParticipate in the management of crises as directedParticipate in treatment planning meetings, program participant/staff meetings, and group and community meetings as requiredContribute to the formation, carrying out, and updating of treatment plans elaborated by the staffReport behavioral and/or physical changes in condition to the program director and according to policy and procedureMaintain open channels of communication with associates, participants, and families; works within a multifamily group as appropriateDocument participation and reactions during creative arts therapies and evaluates therapeutic effectsWork in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in providing the highest standards of patient care

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.

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