• Expressive Therapist - Behavioral Health Acute…

    Truman Medical Centers (Kansas City, MO)


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    Expressive Therapist - Behavioral Health Acute Care - Lakewood - PRN

     

    101 Truman Medical Center

     

    Job Location

     

    UH Lakewood Medical Center

     

    Kansas City, Missouri

     

    Department

     

    Physical Therapy UHLMC

    Position Type

    Part time

     

    Work Schedule

    8:00AM - 4:30PM

    Hours Per Week

     

    4

    Job Description

    Being an Expressive Therapist involves planning and carrying out Recreation, Music, Art, and/or Dance Therapy to help improve clients' physical, cognitive, social, and emotional skills. You will also help with daily living and community interaction skills. Occasionally, you may oversee students in Expressive Therapy with some independence.

    Job Duties and Responsibilities

    + **Assess & Treat Clients** : Work with doctors to create therapy plans, track progress, and adjust as needed.

    + **Plan & Lead Programs** : Organize group and individual therapy sessions in your specialty area.

    + **Team Collaboration** : Join team meetings to discuss client progress and share updates on therapy plans.

    + **Teamwork** : Participate in team meetings and help with department planning.

    + **Maintain Environment** : Keep therapy equipment in good condition and ensure a clean, safe environment.

    + **Supervision** : Help supervise interns, assistants, and volunteers.

    + **Professional Development** : Stay updated on certifications and advances in the field.

    + **Quality & Safety** : Support improvements in staff safety and patient care, and demonstrate cultural sensitivity.

    + **Age-Appropriate Care** : Provide therapy that suits the patient’s age and meets their physical and emotional needs.

    + **Communication** : Always be polite, helpful, and professional to patients, visitors, and staff.

    + **Compliance** : Follow all guidelines, regulations, and ethical standards related to the job.

    **Minimum Requirements** :​

    + Degree in Recreation, Music, Art, or Dance Therapy.

    + Current certification in your field or obtain it within 6 months.

    + Basic Life Support (BCLS) or Heart Savers certification within 60 days.

    + Strong communication skills to lead therapy sessions.

    + Ability to document and complete required reports.

    + Complete required training for ongoing employment.

    **Preferred Requirements** :

    + At least one year of experience in Artistic Expressive Therapy.

     

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