Weekend Expressive Therapist – Inpatient Behavioral Health

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in Kansas City, MO, seeks an Expressive Therapist for weekend days in Inpatient Behavioral Health. You will plan, implement, and document expressive therapy services across music, art, drama, and dance modalities for inpatients, supporting physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being.

You will develop personalized treatment plans, lead groups and individuals, participate in MDT care, supervise interns/volunteers, and maintain certifications while ensuring a safe,

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

Fleet driving policy compliance

Education

Recreation Therapy / Music Therapy / Art Therapy / Drama Therapy / Dance & Movement Therapy major

Tools

RQI Certification

CBMT Certification

Job description

University Health in Kansas City, MO, seeks an Expressive Therapist for weekend days in Inpatient Behavioral Health. You will plan, implement, and document expressive therapy services across music, art, drama, and dance modalities for inpatients, supporting physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being.

You will develop personalized treatment plans, lead groups and individuals, participate in MDT care, supervise interns/volunteers, and maintain certifications while ensuring a safe,