Part-Time Activity Therapist — Arts & Wellness

Dayton Children's Hospital; Center (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Dayton Children's Hospital is seeking a part-time Activity Therapist in the Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness. The role focuses on using art, music, games, and movement to support day treatment patients’ physical and emotional well-being.

The Activity Therapist will work within the Mental Crisis Services, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree with one of several valid certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field is required.
• Only one of the listed certifications is required: MT-BC, ATR-BC, CTRS, NBCOT®, or ADTA Dance/Movement Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes activities (art, music, games, movement, etc.) to enhance patients’ well-being.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team within the Mental Health Unit.
• Delivers group or individual sessions as scheduled.

Skills

Group therapy facilitation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

MT-BC

ATR-BC

CTRS

NBCOT

ADTA

Tools

Group activity planning

Job description

Dayton Children's Hospital is seeking a part-time Activity Therapist in the Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness. The role focuses on using art, music, games, and movement to support day treatment patients’ physical and emotional well-being.

The Activity Therapist will work within the Mental Crisis Services, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree with one of several valid certifications.