Job Description
New York State Office of Mental Health at Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
Position Available for Recreation Therapist (Art)
- Hiring Immediately – Apply Today******
Recreation Therapist (Art) -Hiring – 8 Hour Shift available – 8AM-4:30 PM
Be part of a team where you can make a difference! All training will be provided.
As a
Recreation Therapist (Art), you would plan and conduct art directives and provide skill-based activities for an adult psychiatric inpatient population including assisting individuals to improve independent functioning and move forward in their recovery. As a treatment team member, you will participate in team meetings, recreation/leisure assessment, and evaluation. Paperwork includes initial/yearly assessments, group notes and weekly/monthly comprehensive notes. In addition, you will be required to requisition, store, and maintain equipment and supplies.
As a Recreation Therapist (Art), you work in the creative art therapies, providing programs in art to achieve a therapeutic aim. The goal of each program is to bring about positive change in a client's/patient's mental, physical, and/or social behavior.
LCAT supervision is available.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits including Prescriptions-Vision-Dental
- Generous Vacation Time-Holiday Time-Personal Time-Sick Time
- PEF Union Membership
- Build a Rewarding Career at Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
- If you are interested in a rewarding career in Recreation and Rehabilitation, we can make that happen!
Minimum Requirements:
For No. 20-562 Recreation Therapist (Art):
Either 1. a bachelor's degree with a concentration or major in Art Therapy;
Or 2. a bachelor's degree in Creative Arts Therapy** with a concentration in art;
Or 3. a bachelor's degree in Art, Art Education, or Fine Arts
AND one year of experience in planning and administering an art therapy program;***
Or 4. registration with the American Art Therapy Association as an Art Therapist.
Contact us! We would love for you to be part of our team!
Salary range $50,678 to $64,693 with an additional annual $3,400 location pay
Company Description
Pilgrim Psychiatrist Center is operated by the New York State Office of Mental Health. This is a Civil Service job appointment with an Excellent Benefits package and Room for Growth.
Pilgrim Psychiatrist Center is operated by the New York State Office of Mental Health. This is a Civil Service job appointment with an Excellent Benefits package and Room for Growth.