Art Therapist for Learning Disabilities – Impact & Growth

NHS; Stafford, Lichfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in England seeks a dedicated Art Therapist to join its Community Learning Disability Team. This role involves providing therapeutic interventions to clients with learning disabilities, working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Art Psychotherapy and experience in mental health settings. You will engage with clients using art therapy to enhance their quality of life and manage complex behavioral needs. This position promotes creative collaboration while supporting the mental wellbeing of clients in Stafford.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive multi-disciplinary team

Training and supervision available

Qualifications

• Experience of working therapeutically with individuals with learning disabilities.
• Background in providing multi-disciplinary team support.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices related to art therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group art therapy interventions.
• Engage with clients who are difficult to treat.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Therapeutic techniques

Team collaboration

Education

MA in Art Psychotherapy

BA Honours in Fine Art

Full Registration with BAAT/ACP

Full Registration with HCPC

Job description

An NHS Trust in England seeks a dedicated Art Therapist to join its Community Learning Disability Team. This role involves providing therapeutic interventions to clients with learning disabilities, working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Art Psychotherapy and experience in mental health settings. You will engage with clients using art therapy to enhance their quality of life and manage complex behavioral needs. This position promotes creative collaboration while supporting the mental wellbeing of clients in Stafford.