Art Therapist – Arts-In-Health
Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours: 80.00
Shift: 8:30-5:00
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary:
Provides comprehensive clinical art therapy services in a medical setting, including assessment and treatment under the Scope of Practice of the Certification Board for Art Therapists. Works collaboratively with the clinical care team and assists the Arts in Medicine Department, as needed, to develop and evaluate art therapy programs, initiatives and research. Patients may include the pediatric through the geriatric population with an emphasis on trauma informed practices. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications:
Required:
Master’s Degree in Art Therapy from an approved American Art Therapy Association (AATA) program.
Credentialed as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR).
Must complete Board Certification (ATR-BC) within nine months of hire.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and art skills.Preferred:
Experience in a hospital or medical setting.
Board Certification (ATR-BC)
Physical Demands:
Standing and walking at least 75% of the time; sitting less than 25% of the time.
Hand and finger dexterity and reaching with arms and hands at least 75% of the time.
Pushing and pulling at least 75% of the time.
Lifting 5-25 pounds, carrying 5-10 pounds and pushing up to 75 pounds.
See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Experience in a hospital or medical setting.
Board Certification (ATR-BC)
Standing and walking at least 75% of the time; sitting less than 25% of the time.
Hand and finger dexterity and reaching with arms and hands at least 75% of the time.
Pushing and pulling at least 75% of the time.
Lifting 5-25 pounds, carrying 5-10 pounds and pushing up to 75 pounds.
See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.