Art Therapist, MA, ATR, LPC

Job Overview We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Art Therapist, MA, ATR, LPC to join our dynamic mental health and wellness team. In this role, you will utilize art-based therapeutic techniques to support individuals across diverse populations, including children, adults, and those with developmental disabilities or autism. Your expertise will foster emotional expression, healing, and resilience through creative visual art therapy. Our Art Therapists are responsible for planning, organizing, and providing art therapy that creates a safe environment, addresses the holistic needs of those we serve, and offers a means of expression for those persons that positively impacts their health status, feeling of wellness, and/or quality of life. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in outpatient settings, hospice care, and specialized programs focused on behavioral health and dementia care.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct art therapy sessions with individuals, groups, or families.
• Assess clients' needs and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Assess and evaluate clients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and progress notes in the EMR system.
• Create a supportive and inclusive environment for diverse populations.
• Conduct intakes for newly referred clients.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care.
• Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain knowledge of best practices in art therapy.

WORK RELATIONS CHARACTERISTICS

• Support HELMS Foundation principles and adhere to Mission Statement and Vision Statement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must always maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Must maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Must be able to relate to individuals of all ethnic and social-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently in and within a group when necessary.
• Continuously seeking methods of improvement for efficient operations.
• Maintain professionalism at all times through actions and behaviors.
• Must be a team player.

SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Ability to transport self to and from office, various sites, and community service sites.
• Possess a valid Ohio Driver's License.
• Verification of current auto liability insurance to the limits required by the Ohio Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Absence of past criminal activity, which would bring into question professional and personal integrity as it implies to the position responsibilities. Ability to pass a BCI and FBI background check.
• Flexibility in adjusting work schedule, days and hours as necessary to fulfill meeting schedule obligations and other responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to adhere to The HELMS Foundation policies and procedures as they relate to employee work activities.

Other conditions of

Employment:

• Will not work federally recognized holidays
• Will not work on their birthday
• Will be provided with all materials and supplies
• Will work occasional evenings
• Will be provided laptop and IPAD Pro
• The HELMS Foundation offers a competitive salary and package including:
• Health Care and Vision plan paid by employer 100% after ninety (90) days of employment
• Paid time off and holidays
• AT and LPC Supervision
• Flexible work schedule to promote work-life balance Join us in creating a nurturing environment where creativity meets compassionate care!

This role is ideal for energetic professionals eager to inspire positive change through innovative art-based interventions. We are committed to supporting your growth as you help others find healing through the power of art.

Pay:

$48,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person