Impactful Art Therapy Recreation Therapist

New York State Office of Mental Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NYS medical, dental, & vision

Tuition assistance programs

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

NYS Retirement programs

Job summary

New York State Office of Mental Health seeks a Recreation Therapist - Art to support development and implementation of therapy programs. You will coordinate activities, observe progress, and maintain records across diverse patient groups.

The role requires appropriate art therapy credentials or degree and experience in therapeutic settings, with opportunities for professional growth in a state healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Art Therapy or related field as required or equivalent.
• Registration as an Art Therapist with the American Art Therapy Association preferred or required.
• Experience in planning and coordinating art therapy or recreational programs is desirable.
• Ability to develop and coordinate recreation therapy activities for diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating recreation therapy activities for individuals and groups.
• Observing and recording participation, progress, and responses; making treatment recommendations.
• Maintaining and documenting individuals’ records.

Skills

Observation & documentation

Program development

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree with concentration in Art Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Creative Arts Therapy with concentration in art

Bachelor's degree in Art, Art Education, or Fine Arts

Registration with the American Art Therapy Association as an Art Therapist

Job description

New York State Office of Mental Health seeks a Recreation Therapist - Art to support development and implementation of therapy programs. You will coordinate activities, observe progress, and maintain records across diverse patient groups.

The role requires appropriate art therapy credentials or degree and experience in therapeutic settings, with opportunities for professional growth in a state healthcare system.