Dance/Movement Therapist for Elder Wellness - Full-Time

Benchmark Senior Living; Newton, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Discounted Meal Program

Paid Training & Uniforms

Associate Referral Bonus Program

Health & Wellness programs

401k with company match

Medical, Vision & Dental benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation and Health & Wellness PTO

Job summary

The Falls at Cordingly Dam in Newton, MA is seeking a Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT; BC-DMT) or an Expressive Arts Therapist with emphasis in movement/dance to join Benchmark Senior Living's Programming Team.

Responsibilities include organizing and implementing engaging wellness activities with residents, collaborating with art and music therapists, and delivering individual and group programs across the spectrum of the 6 Dimensions of Wellness.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues
• Knowledge of recreational activities and dementia care
• Confidentiality and professionalism in care settings
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and handle pressure
• Experience with elder care and activity programming

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a seven day a week activity program
• Lead one-on-one, small group and large group activities
• Support residents’ independence and engagement in activities
• Cater programs to residents' backgrounds, interests and abilities
• Collaborate with art and music therapists to design holistic activities
• Encourage resident participation and monitor engagement
• Communicate any changes in residents’ conditions to the Harbor Care Director
• Supervise group activities during excursions

Skills

Dance/Movement Therapy

Expressive Arts Therapy

Program development

Education

R-DMT/BC-DMT certification

Masters in MH Counseling - DMT or Expressive Arts

Job description

The Falls at Cordingly Dam in Newton, MA is seeking a Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT; BC-DMT) or an Expressive Arts Therapist with emphasis in movement/dance to join Benchmark Senior Living's Programming Team.

Responsibilities include organizing and implementing engaging wellness activities with residents, collaborating with art and music therapists, and delivering individual and group programs across the spectrum of the 6 Dimensions of Wellness.