Job Summary
The Creative Arts Therapist plays a crucial role in evaluating, planning, and delivering creative arts therapy interventions for patients, whether they are children or adults. The position involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to create a secure and therapeutic atmosphere, while also documenting services and managing relationships with patients.
Responsibilities
- Assess the needs of pediatric and adult patients to identify suitable creative arts therapy interventions.
- Plan and implement individualized therapy sessions using art, music, drama, or dance/movement modalities.
- Collaborate with a team of professionals to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
- Document therapy sessions and maintain accurate patient records.
- Create a safe and therapeutic environment conducive to healing and creativity.
- Engage with patients to foster strong therapeutic relationships.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Creative Arts Therapy, specifically in Art, Music, Drama, or Dance/Movement Therapy.
- Candidates must be eligible for certification at the time of hire.
- Must obtain LCAT licensure within one year of employment.
NYU Langone Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
