Creative Arts Therapist I
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on887, Ames Hill Road, Brattleboro, Windham County, Vermont, 05301, United States
About the Role
This position utilizes artistic methods—including art, music, dance/movement, and drama—to support mental health recovery and enhance the emotional well-being of the inpatient population. The role is designed to foster healing through creative expression, integrating therapeutic interventions into the broader clinical care plan.
You will design and implement group therapy sessions tailored to diverse patient needs and mental health conditions. Working closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team, you will assess patient progress, modify therapeutic approaches based on ongoing evaluations, and contribute to comprehensive treatment planning. The role emphasizes a client-centered approach, utilizing evidence-based practices and the therapeutic use of self to guide clinical decisions.
Beyond direct patient care, you will facilitate the exhibition of patient work, mentor students and interns, and participate in orienting new department staff. The position requires flexibility to adapt schedules to meet shifting inpatient needs while maintaining the integrity of core programming.
Work location
Work model: On-site
887, Ames Hill Road, Brattleboro, Windham County, Vermont, 05301, United States
Brattleboro, Vermont
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDesign and implement creative arts therapy interventions for diverse populations
- check_circleConduct group and individual therapy sessions in accordance with professional standards
- check_circleContribute to treatment planning by providing professional observations and expertise
- check_circleEvaluate patient progress and document responses to therapeutic interventions
- check_circleMonitor supply inventory and order necessary materials for department operations
- check_circleAssess patient needs to develop individualized treatment goals
- check_circleCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety during activities
- check_circleMentor students and interns while supervising their compliance with practice standards
- check_circleModify therapeutic approaches based on ongoing clinical assessments
- check_circleFacilitate exhibitions of patient artwork and creative work
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree or higher in a mental health field
- verifiedMusic Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC) credential
- verifiedExperience working in a mental health setting preferred
Nice to Have
Experience working in a mental health setting
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Music Therapist-Board Certified, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Evidence-Based Practice, Therapeutic Use Of Self, Client-Centered Approach, Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Clinical Judgement, Mentoring.
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in a mental health field.
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In this Creative Arts Therapist I at Brattleboro Retreat role, you will design and implement creative arts therapy interventions for diverse populations; conduct group and individual therapy sessions in accordance with professional standards; contribute to treatment planning by providing professional observations and expertise; and evaluate patient progress and document responses to therapeutic interventions.
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Brattleboro Retreat is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher in a mental health field; Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC) credential; and Experience working in a mental health setting preferred.
Where is the Creative Arts Therapist I role at Brattleboro Retreat located?expand_more
Creative Arts Therapist I at Brattleboro Retreat is based in 887, Ames Hill Road, Brattleboro, Windham County, Vermont, 05301, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Brattleboro Retreat has listed this Creative Arts Therapist I role as on-site.
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Candidates for Creative Arts Therapist I at Brattleboro Retreat should have mid level.
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Key skills for Creative Arts Therapist I at Brattleboro Retreat include Music Therapist-Board Certified; Group Therapy; Individual Therapy; Evidence-Based Practice; Therapeutic Use Of Self; Client-Centered Approach; Treatment Planning; and Patient Safety.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree or higher in a mental health field.
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Creative Arts Therapist I at Brattleboro Retreat is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.