Art Therapist – Licensed

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Job Ttitle: Art Therapist – Licensed

Company: PrairieCare


Description: About Us:We are a psychiatric healthcare system, dedicated to providing mental healthcare for all, with seven locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, and two additional sites located in Rochester and Mankato. With a robust benefits package, career advancement opportunities, and great workplace culture, we value our employees and the work they do each day for our patients and families. Our services span the full continuum of care for patients, with a variety of roles and opportunities for job-seekers looking for more than a job, but a place where you can grow in your career. Responsibilities:At PrairieCare, we believe in the healing power of creativity. Our mission is to provide exceptional mental health services that empower individuals to thrive. We are seeking a passionate and innovative Art Therapist to join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients. If you are ready to inspire, create, and transform, we want to hear from you!Position Overview:
As an Art Therapist at PrairieCare, you will play a pivotal role in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating art therapy services tailored to the unique needs of our patients. You will provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can express themselves through art, enhancing their emotional and psychological well-being. Your creativity and expertise will help patients unlock their potential and foster personal growth.Key Responsibilities:Group Art Therapy: Lead engaging group art therapy sessions that encourage collaboration, self-expression, and healing among participants. Maintain and organize art therapy supplies to ensure a vibrant and resourceful creative space.Individual Sessions: Facilitate personalized art therapy sessions for patients, adapting techniques to meet their specific needs and goals. Use your artistic skills to connect with patients on a deeper level and promote emotional exploration.Diverse Patient Population: Work with a diverse range of patients, including children, adolescents, and adults. Your ability to connect with individuals from various backgrounds will be essential in fostering a therapeutic environment.Insightful Observations: Contribute valuable insights and observations based on your specialized training in art therapy. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and treatment planning. Qualifications:

• Requires master’s degree in art therapy. Graduation from an accredited Art Therapy program and licensure as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) preferred, and progress towards LMFT or LPCC preferred
• Two years experience in behavioral healthcare required
• If not fully licensed, this position requires concurrent clinical supervision by a Registered Art Therapist (ATR or ATR-BC) until employee has obtained credentials approved by Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB).
• Educated in gender, cultural, ethical and age appropriate care for the assigned department
• Art Therapist will adhere to the ATCB Code of Professional Practice and The American Art Therapy Association’s (AATA) Ethical Principles for Art Therapist, as well as, facility policies and procedures
• Ability to smoothly and rapidly shift between dissimilar tasks
• Communication skills necessary to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Ability to react quickly and calmly as part of a team to handle volatile and potentially emergency situations, make effective decisions while in stressful situations and circumstances, and after training, be able to manage disruptive and explosive patients
• Licensed to bill independently and maintain required malpractice insurance
• ATR or ATR-BC required

Pay range for this position is $24-31 an hour depending on experience.We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.Benefit options include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid time off including sick time
• Voluntary Short term and long-term disability
• 401K with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment

Join Us:Join us in our mission to provide outstanding support and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we assist. Your contributions can help shape the future of our care services—apply today!We are excited to hear about your interest in this opportunity! If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact me directly, Melissa Frankman, either via email at mfrankman@prairie-care.com or by phone at 612-446-3357. If you need further support, you are also welcome to reach out to our careers and management team at .PrairieCare Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.PrairieCare 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.PrairieCare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process are encouraged to email for assistance.#LI-MF1

Salary: $24 – 31 per hour

Location: Mankato, MN

Date: Sun, 04 May 2025 05:27:17 GMT


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