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Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job Title

Art Therapist

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

The Art Therapist in Radiation Oncology plays a vital role in enhancing the emotional well-being and overall treatment experience of cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy. This position provides individualized and group art therapy sessions to support patients in managing stress, anxiety, and the emotional challenges associated with a cancer diagnosis and treatment. Through the use of creative expression, the therapist fosters a safe space for coping and communication, promoting resilience and psychological healing.

Job Description

Duties

+ Assesses patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans that are meant to promote self-expression, reduce distress, facilitate coping, or enhance development. Provides art therapy services, assesses patient response, and modifies plans over time in response to patient progress.

+ Educate patients and caregivers about the therapeutic benefits of creative expression. Support patients in processing emotions such as fear, grief, and uncertainty associated with diagnosis and treatment.

+ Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and communicate patient progress and emotional needs to providers. Collaborate with other caregivers or refer patients for more specialized services.

+ Track outcomes, patient feedback, and engagement data to support quality improvement and reporting for stakeholders and donors.

+ Maintain accurate documentation of sessions and patient interactions. Ensure program adherence to hospital policies, ethical standards, and grant/donor requirements.

Requirements

+ Bachelor's Degree/ Licensed Creative Arts Therapist

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$7.25 - $35.87 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .

Special Requirements A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

+ Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.

+ Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.

The University of Pennsylvania’s special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.