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- Delivers Art/Music Therapy services and supports and empowers staff to embrace the mission and value statement of the facility.
- Develops, implements and evaluates a comprehensive Art/Music Therapy Program in collaboration with the Certified Recreation Therapy Specialist.
- Demonstrates knowledge of a wide range of psychosocial, cognitive and/or developmental disorders, and physical disabilities and those related to music/art therapy services.
- Able to direct and coordinate Art/Music Activities Programs for entire population served at the Hospital.
- Demonstrates ability to ensure Art/Music therapy activities meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the patients/clients of the facility.
- Makes recommendations to the CTRS for new art therapy methods and techniques; provides in-services to staff.
- Demonstrates ability to assess patient/client pain that may interfere with the optimal level of functioning or participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
- Demonstrates ability to implement all necessary safety precautions are taken to provide a safe environment for patients/clients and staff. Documents unusual events.
- Demonstrates ability to engage the patient/client in purposeful activity using therapeutic methods and goals, which are considered standard practice for Art/Music Therapy that are identified in the treatment plan
- Demonstrates ability to treat patients/clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Demonstrates all aspects of patient/client care in an environment that optimizes patient/client safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
- Demonstrates and supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality
- Evaluates, selects and recommends new Art/Music supplies and equipment. Ensures preventive maintenance programs are in place. Recommends repairs and/or replacements
- Stays current in field through continuing education, seminars/conferences/workshops, professional societies, and journals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family members
- Follows all safety rules while on the job.
- Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly.
- Corrects minor safety hazards.
- Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
- Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety.
- Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives.
- Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
- Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
- Responds willingly to colleagues and serves as an active part of the hospital team.
- Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
- The ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing as required
- Demonstrates listening skills and the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
- Demonstrates adequate skills in all forms of communication.
- Adheres to the Standards of Behavior
- Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospital
- Adheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws.
- Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health to personal practice and commits to service excellence.
- Supports and demonstrates fiscal responsibility through supply usage, ordering of supplies, and conservation of facility resources.
- Completes required trainings within defined time periods, as established by job description, policies, or hospital leadership
- Exemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude, at all times.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws.
- Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines.
- Demonstrates accountability for ensuring the highest quality patient care for patients.
- Willingness to be accepting of those in need, and to extend a helping hand
- Desire to go above and beyond for others
- Understanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differences
- Required: Bachelors degree in Music or Art program. License and/or certification as a Music or Art Therapist in the state of employment. CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification.
- Preferred: Masters degree in Music or Art program.
- Maintains education and development appropriate for position.
- Required: One (1) year of experience as a Music or Art Therapist in a behavioral healthcare setting.
- Preferred: Three (3) years of experience as a Music or Art Therapist in a behavioral healthcare setting.
art therapist - Columbus, OH , USA, United States - Sun Behavioral
Description
Position Summary:
Provides activity therapy treatment to groups and individuals to facilitate optimal rehabilitation and health of mentally, physically and/or emotionally handicapped patients/clients.
Position Responsibilities:
Clinical / Technical Skills (40% of performance review)
Education