Creative Arts Therapist LII, Correctional Health Services (8a-4p), RMSC

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Creative Arts Therapist LII to join their innovative team within the Correctional Health Services. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals through creative arts therapy, utilizing unique non-verbal techniques to assess and enhance psychological and physical well-being. You will collaborate with a diverse team, providing consultations for complex cases and developing specialized treatment interventions. This position not only allows for professional growth but also contributes to meaningful work in a supportive environment dedicated to improving health outcomes for New Yorkers. If you are passionate about creative therapy and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Paid Holidays and Vacation

College Tuition Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires a valid license to practice as a Creative Arts Therapist.
• Two years of professional experience in creative arts therapy is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements specialized treatment interventions.
• Monitors and evaluates creative arts therapy goals.
• May represent the department at conferences and workshops.

Skills

Creative Arts Therapy

Non-verbal Communication Techniques

Psychological Evaluation

Therapeutic Documentation

Education

Valid License from New York State Education Department

Job description

Creative Arts Therapist LII, Correctional Health Services (8a-4p), RMSC

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible. Visit us at nychhc.org.

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation’s leading correctional health care systems in quality of care and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include medical, nursing, mental health, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City’s criminal justice reform efforts.

Job Description

Under direction, with a broad latitude for independent judgment and decision making, performs difficult and responsible professional work in creative arts therapy discipline. In addition to performing duties of Assignment Level I at a higher level, also performs the following typical tasks:

Examples of Typical Tasks:

• Serves as a professional resource to Creative Arts Therapists in the development and implementation of specialized treatment interventions utilizing non-verbal, diagnostic and expressive techniques.
• Provides consultations for complex cases in the evaluation of social, cognitive, psychological and physical functioning through the creative arts therapy process.
• Monitors, documents and evaluates the attainment of creative arts therapy goals as part of the therapeutic process.
• May represent the department at conferences, workshops, hospital or community functions; reports actions and findings to department.
• May develop and conduct departmental training programs to introduce new developments and techniques within the creative arts therapy discipline.
• May be assigned to function as a primary therapist, practicing within the boundaries of professional competency, as specified in the New York State Education Law, Article 163, Section 8407.

Minimum Qualifications

Assignment Level I
1. A valid License or Limited Permit issued by the New York State Education Department to practice as a Creative Arts Therapist. Employees working with a Limited Permit must obtain Licensure within two years from their date of appointment.
Assignment Level II
1. A valid License issued by the New York State Education Department to practice as a Creative Arts Therapist; and
2. Two years of full-time, paid, professional experience in creative arts therapy.
Assignment Level III
In addition to meeting the requirements for Assignment Levels II, Assignment Level III requires:
1. One additional year of experience.

How To Apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button or mail your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:

NYC Health + Hospitals / Correctional Health Services

Talent Acquisition

Human Resources Department
55 Water Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10041
Attn: Talent Acquisition

If applying online, please include your cover letter in the same file attachment with your uploaded resume.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities