Inpatient Expressive Therapist (PRN): Arts-Driven Healing

University Health; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

University Health is seeking an Expressive Therapist for its Inpatient Behavioral Health unit in Kansas City, MO. This PRN role supports physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being through recreation, music, art, drama, and movement therapy, developing individualized plans and leading sessions.

Responsibilities include multidisciplinary participation, supervision of interns/volunteers, and maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college program with a major in Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, or Dance and Movement Therapy.
• Current certification or registry in Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy, or Dance and Movement Therapy, or obtain required certification/registry within 6 months of hire to maintain employment.
• For Inpatient Therapists, must possess or obtain within 60 days RQI and CBMT certification and maintain current certification.
• Verbal communication skills required to lead Expressive Therapy
• Written communication skills required to complete required documentation
• If driving is required, must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized expressive therapy plans based on physician referrals
• Plan and facilitate individual and group therapy sessions using appropriate expressive therapy modalities
• Document patient progress, assess responses to treatment, and modify interventions as needed
• Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and team meetings
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-equipped therapy environment
• Assist with supervision of interns, assistants, and volunteers
• Maintain professional certifications and stay current with developments in the field
• Promote quality improvement, patient safety, cultural diversity, and a positive patient experience
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Recreation/Music/Art/Drama/Dance Therapy major

Job description

University Health is seeking an Expressive Therapist for its Inpatient Behavioral Health unit in Kansas City, MO. This PRN role supports physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being through recreation, music, art, drama, and movement therapy, developing individualized plans and leading sessions.

Responsibilities include multidisciplinary participation, supervision of interns/volunteers, and maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.