Adjunctive Therapist/Activity Therapist/Music Therapist

Aurora Behavioral Health System; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals through expressive therapies. This role as an Adjunctive Therapist offers the chance to work in a supportive environment, where you will develop and implement innovative recreational therapy programs for patients facing psychiatric challenges. With a focus on collaboration and patient care, you will engage with both adolescents and adults, making a meaningful impact on their recovery journey. If you are passionate about therapeutic practices and want to be part of a compassionate team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Master's in counseling, psychology, or clinical mental health required.
• CPR and TO certification needed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recreational therapy programs for patients.
• Interact with patients during daily activities aligned with treatment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Assessment and Evaluation

Teaching Skills

Knowledge of Psychiatric Conditions

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy

Master's Degree in Art Therapy

Certification in Yoga Therapy

Tools

Creative Arts Therapy Techniques

Recreational Therapy Programs

Job description

Adjunctive Therapist/Activity Therapist/Music Therapist

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Job Description

Come join our team of professionals at Aurora Behavioral Health System. These free-standing psychiatric inpatient hospitals and outpatient programs are located in Tempe, AZ. We are looking for experienced, certified Music Therapists/Adjunctive Therapists to provide quality recreational and expressive therapies as an adjunct to patient treatment. Our psychiatric facility is licensed to treat adolescents and adults for a wide range of psychiatric conditions and chemical dependency.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize, and implement comprehensive recreational therapy programs.
• Interact with adolescent and/or adult patients during daily activities, aligned with the organization's treatment program and principles of normal growth and development.

Seeking credentialed and/or licensed professionals with a master's in counseling, psychology, or clinical mental health, and/or holding a certification from an accredited organization or program based on nationally accepted standards within recreational/leisure therapies or creative arts/expressive therapy (e.g., MT-BC, CTRS, ATR, RDT, PTR, R-DMT, EAT, HRT, RYT, LCAT).

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy or Recreational Therapy.
• Master's degree in Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, Dance/Movement Therapy, or completion of a creative arts/expressive therapy certification program.
• Certification or license in Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Tai Chi, or Qigong is preferred.
• Excellent communication, assessment, evaluation, and interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of psychiatric and addictive disease diagnoses and treatments.
• Teaching or training skills are helpful.
• Understanding of, or ability to understand, DSM-V methodology.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a healthcare setting, with inpatient psychiatric experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age and meet qualifications for fingerprint clearance.
• CPR and TO certification required within 30 days of hire; basic water safety and rescue certification may be required.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits. ABHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time and Part-time (must be able to work weekends)
• Per diem available

Benefits

• 401(k), Dental, Health, Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program, discounts, flexible spending account, paid time off

Medical Specialty

• Psychiatry

Schedule

• 8-hour day shifts

License/Certification

• CTRS, CBMT, ATR, or MT-BC (Required)

Work location: In person

• Must pass drug screen and physical
• Must be eligible for fingerprint clearance

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare