Creative/Expressive Arts Therapist - Central Regional Hospital

Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Central Regional Hospital is seeking a Creative/Expressive Arts Therapist (S) to provide art or music therapy and other therapy groups for patients of all ages. The role involves both group and individual therapy and supervision of interns or volunteers as needed.

Reporting to the PST Psychology/Social Work/Creative Arts Supervisor, the position focuses on evidence-based treatment components and collaboration with treatment teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music therapy including a six month internship.
• Alternate degrees with equivalency and internship accepted.
• Two years of experience in therapeutic programming in expressive arts.

Responsibilities

• Provide art or music therapy and group/individual sessions.
• Supervise students and volunteers during group treatments.
• Liaise with patient care units and participate in treatment planning.
• Enroll patients in recommended groups and ensure clinical standards.

Skills

Inpatient psychiatric setting

Supervise student interns

Therapy group facilitation

Evidence-based therapy techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music therapy with internship

Equivalent in music therapy with internship (education path)

Bachelor’s degree in creative/expressive arts (arts) with 2 years experience

Board credentials MT-BC/ATR-BC/ATR-P/ATR

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Central Regional Hospital Job Classification Title Creative/Expressive Arts Therapist (S) Position Number 60044624 Grade MH08

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

*This is a repost. All previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.* The primary purpose of this position is to provide art or music therapy, depending on the licensure of the employee, as well as other therapy groups for adult, children, and adolescent. This position provides both group and individual therapy. This position reports directly to the PST Psychology/Social Work/Creative Arts Supervisor to ensure that the treatment components are clinically sound, evidence based and meet hospital and departmental clinical objectives and standards. This position may also be required to supervise students and/or volunteers performing work or service during group treatments and will be required to be in direct observation of these students/volunteers during these activities. This position will also participate in specialized activities to enhance patients’ well-being and treatment. This position may function as a liaison with a patient care unit, participate in treatment team planning, and complete patient enrollment in recommended groups.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $43,477.00 - $65,216.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Experience with inpatient psychiatric setting preferred. Previous work experience demonstrating the ability to instruct and supervise student interns and other medical and paraprofessional personnel in creative/expressive arts therapy methods and techniques. A candidate that possesses one of the following:

• Board certified music therapist with the MT-BC credential.
• Registration with ATCB (Art Therapy Credentialing Board) as an ATR-P, ATR, or ATR-BC.
• Registration with DMTCB (Dance Movement Therapy Certification Board) as a R-DMT or BC-DMT.
• Registration with NADTA (North American Drama Therapy Association) as a RDT.

This is a full time position and is eligible for the full State benefits package including health insurance, paid sick/vacation/holidays, and retirement. The normal working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with occasional weekends as scheduled. Flexibility is required to meet hospital needs.

Compensation and Benefits

The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the NC DHHS Benefits and Wellness website for more information.

About Central Regional Hospital (CRH)

CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-764-7200.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in music therapy which includes a six month internship from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor’s degree in music or music education with an equivalency in music therapy which includes a six month internship from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor’s degree in one of the creative/expressive arts areas (art, dance, drama, music) from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in all phases of therapeutic programming; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Administering the class: if the creative/expressive arts degree program has a therapeutic equivalency or emphasis, the experience requirements will be waived.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.