Expressive Therapist - Inpatient Behavioral Health (NKC) - University Health - (Mon-Fri, 8a-4:30p)
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Expressive Therapist - Inpatient Behavioral Health (NKC) - University Health - (Mon-Fri, 8a-4:30p)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
UH Behavioral Health
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
NKCH Behavioral Health
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
The Expressive Therapist plans and provides recreation, music, art, drama, and/or dance and movement therapy interventions to support patients’ physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being. This role develops individualized treatment plans, leads group and individual sessions, participates in multidisciplinary care, and supports student and volunteer supervision.
Key Responsibilities
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Evaluate patients and develop individualized expressive therapy plans based on physician referrals
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Plan and facilitate individual and group therapy sessions using appropriate expressive therapy modalities
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Document patient progress, assess responses to treatment, and modify interventions as needed
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Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and team meetings
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Maintain a safe, clean, and well-equipped therapy environment
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Assist with supervision of interns, assistants, and volunteers
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Maintain professional certifications and stay current with developments in the field
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Promote quality improvement, patient safety, cultural diversity, and a positive patient experience
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Maintain compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards
Minimum Requirements
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Graduation from an accredited college program with a major in Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, or Dance and Movement Therapy
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Current certification or registry in Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, or Dance and Movement Therapy, or obtain required certification/registry within 6 months of hire to maintain employment
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For Inpatient Therapists, must possess or obtain within 60 days RQI and CBMT certification and maintain current certification.
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Verbal communication skills required to lead Expressive Therapy
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Written communication skills required to complete required documentation
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If driving is required, must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements
Preferred Qualifications
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One year of experience in Artistic Expressive Therapy