Art Therapist The Emily Program

• 2.8 Dunwoody, GA Job Details $28.85
• $36.

00 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Writing skills Employee relationship building Master's degree Cultural competency Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Full Job Description Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That's why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care. Position Overview The Art Therapist will serve as a member of the clinical team who is responsible for supporting patients by providing developmentally appropriate art therapy interventions. Art Therapy will focus on building / rebuilding positive coping skills and providing emotional support to patients. The Art Therapist will provide patients with intensive therapeutic services using the arts as a primary modality. The Art Therapist plans, organizes and directs are therapy activities. Art Therapists collaborate with other members of the clinical team in planning art activities in accordance with patients' physical or psychological needs, capabilities, and interests. Schedule Part Time

• Onsite, 0.4 FTE (16hrs/wk), working Tuesdays (9:00
• 5:00pm) and Wednesdays (10:00
• 7:00pm).

Compensation Range:

Art Therapist:

$28.85

• $36.

00 Hourly Final Compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for the position. How Behavioral Health Specialists Empower Recovery Plans, organizes, and directs art therapy activities. Collaborates with other members of the clinical team in planning art activities in accordance with patients' physical or psychological needs, capabilities, and interests. Meets with patients in groups. Maintains written documentation of sessions. Maintains appropriate art supplies for level of acuity and patient needs. Facilitates a variety of groups that promote development, self-expression, and mastery. Evaluates emotional, social, mental, and physical conditions of patients utilizing therapeutic interventions and assessments. Selects, adapts, and/or adjusts art modalities in accordance with recovery goals, as well as sensory and/or safety needs. Maintains cleanliness of the art room and is responsible for monitoring patient safety around art supplies in the art room including putting safety measures in place when patients leave the art room. Other duties, as assigned. Qualifications Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Attends all assigned training and meetings Demonstrates competency and sensitivity in the area of multi-cultural, racial, religious/spiritual, gender identity, and sexual orientation issues. Evaluates own performance and sees opportunity for growth. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Complies with all organizational policies. General Education Requirements Master's Degree from accredited program Licensed as an ATR or ATR-BC (national or board certified art therapy credential) 3-5 years of experience in art therapy, preferred Experience with Eating Disorders, preferred Working knowledge of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy preferred

Competencies:

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels with patients, peers and manager. Follows all procedures and protocols for patient care and documentation. Exercises good judgement regarding interpersonal interactions with patients, peers and manager. Facility with MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and other basic office software. Works with team; builds and fosters professional relationships. Welcomes feedback; proactively offers suggestions. Works independently; schedules time efficiently; thinks proactively.

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Employee Benefits:

We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package. That's why we're dedicated to providing a range of plans to meet your needs. For full-time employees, we offer: HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield) Dental insurance (Delta Dental) Vision insurance (EyeMed) Short-term and long-term disability insurance Company-paid life insurance 401(k) plan available two months after start date Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.