Inpatient Expressive Therapist – Behavioral Health (Full-Time)

Norwegian American Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Humboldt Park Health is seeking an Expressive Therapist to join our Behavioral Health team in a full-time, on-site role in Chicago, IL. Provides specialized group and individual therapy for adult and geriatric inpatient populations using clinical skills and evidence-based approaches.

The position requires a relevant master's degree and licensure/compliance with certifications; inpatient psychiatry experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Dance/Movement Therapy, Recreational Therapy, counseling, or similar degree required.
• Experience in inpatient psychiatry preferred.
• Licensure requirements must be maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Completes initial assessments to establish master treatment goals.
• Coordinates clinical services with a multidisciplinary team.
• Identifies therapeutic needs and continuum of clinical care for patients.
• Performs psychotherapy, group, and family therapy as needed.
• Documents all services and participates in treatment team meetings.
• Facilitates specialized groups using evidence-based interventions.

Skills

BLS/CPR

Education

MS in Therapy (OT/Art/Music/Movement/Recreational/Counseling)

Job description

Humboldt Park Health is seeking an Expressive Therapist to join our Behavioral Health team in a full-time, on-site role in Chicago, IL. Provides specialized group and individual therapy for adult and geriatric inpatient populations using clinical skills and evidence-based approaches.

The position requires a relevant master's degree and licensure/compliance with certifications; inpatient psychiatry experience is preferred.