Inpatient Activity Therapist - Expressive Arts & Groups

Arbour Hospital; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A behavioral health facility in Massachusetts is seeking an Activity Therapist (Per Diem) to provide expressive arts therapy and recreational activities in inpatient psychiatric settings. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in social work or related field and some experience in group leadership within a psychiatric environment. Responsibilities include facilitating therapy groups, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with the treatment team, all to support patient-focused behavioral healthcare.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in social work, mental health counseling, or a related field required.
• 6 months experience as a group leader in psychiatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial activity therapy assessment to develop treatment goals.
• Facilitate 4 groups per day.
• Complete group documentation and communicate with the treatment team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

Skills

Group leadership

Activity therapy assessment

Documentation

Education

Master’s Degree in social work or mental health counseling

Job description

A behavioral health facility in Massachusetts is seeking an Activity Therapist (Per Diem) to provide expressive arts therapy and recreational activities in inpatient psychiatric settings. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in social work or related field and some experience in group leadership within a psychiatric environment. Responsibilities include facilitating therapy groups, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with the treatment team, all to support patient-focused behavioral healthcare.