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Art Therapist

HOFFMAN HOMES INC
place Littlestown, 17340
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Coping Skills
Trauma
Art Therapy
ECT
Individuals

About Job

Company Overview

Hoffman Homes is a community of employees gathered on one campus to help youth and young adults understand and manage their mental health diagnosis.

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Art Therapist to join our creative therapy team. This position reports to the Director of Creative Therapies and oversees and develops the art therapy program for HH. Individual and group sessions are conducted to support the client’s therapeutic needs. The Art Therapist provides an expressive outlet for the processing of thoughts and feelings while developing coping skills. This position may be asked to take the lead on any art-related campus projects. This role may also be asked to participate in limited community events and outreach to highlight the art therapy program.

Responsibilities

  • Tailor sessions to the needs of each client.
  • Communicate progress to each client’s treatment team.
  • Manage the art therapy program to include planning schedules, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Creative Therapies to keep the program current by implementing new tools, techniques, and projects.
  • Utilize trauma-informed care techniques and restorative practices in all interactions.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in art therapy from an accredited college or university.
  • Experience working with youth in a mental health setting.
  • Strong understanding of behavioral health principles and therapeutic techniques.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with clients and families.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Coping Skills
Trauma

Age Groups

Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)
Adults

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

Art Therapy
ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

School

Settings

Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home