SCHEDULE

Days/eves/weekend

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes, facilitates daily therapeutic groups and activities, focusing on individual needs/strengths of the patients. Utilizes evidence-based, therapeutic modalities in art, music, creative writing and journaling, while incorporating skills from various therapies, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive therapy.
• Observes, assesses and manages patient’s behaviors and interactions with peers and staff, while facilitating groups or 1:1’interventions. Provides therapeutic interventions as needed. Utilizes CPI methods when managing challenging behaviors.
• Conducts and documents initial interview/assessment of newly admitted patients to determine readiness/appropriateness for participation in groups or individual sessions. Documents each patient’s weekly treatment goals, interventions, daily progress in groups/individual sessions, and level of participation.
• Communicates effectively by attending daily morning/evening report. Attends treatment planning, as scheduling permits. Attends monthly team meetings, and participates in Unit Council as needed. Communicates effectively with staff regarding any behavioral issues observed in groups/1:1’s. May also participate in sub-committees or be a designated Unit-Champion.
• Responsible for maintaining equipment & supplies. Inventories assigned unit group/activity supplies and initiates ordering of supplies/equipment through approved vendors while staying within budget. May also need to shop locally when supplies are not available through vendors. Ensures the safety & cleanliness of all materials before using with patients.
• Provides observation opportunities/guidance for interns, shadowing students, and prospective hires. Assists with orientation for new hires. May have to cover another unit during staffing shortages or extended leaves of absences.
• Keeps up to date with all MyPath mandatory trainings.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in relevant Behavioral Health field required
• Master's degree preferred
• Some experience in working with individuals or groups in a clinical setting with basic concepts of psychology and pathology required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and/or Cognitive Therapy.
• CPI Training.
• Must be able to facilitate groups independently or with a co-facilitator; preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Creative Arts Therapist Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) upon hire preferred

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