Art Therapist ( Hybrid

Description

Do you believe creativity can help people heal?

Are you passionate about using art to help children and individuals express emotions, build confidence, and find their voice?

Would you love a career where your creativity and compassion can make a meaningful difference in someone's life?

If you answered yes, we'd love to meet you!

Specialized Forensic Unit PCis seeking a passionate and compassionate

Art Therapist to join our growing team inMt. Vernon, Illinois. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional who understands the power of artistic expression as part of the healing process. You'll work with diverse individuals and populations, using art-based therapeutic approaches to encourage self-expression, emotional regulation, personal growth, and improved mental health.

AtSpecialized Forensic Unit PC, we're committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, adolescents, adults, and families through compassionate, evidence-based mental health services. As a private, non-governmental organization we provide comprehensive psychological evaluations and treatment tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Our experienced clinicians deliver thorough, timely, research-based evaluations and evidence-based treatment that answer referral questions from courts, attorneys, correctional facilities, healthcare providers, and patients.

As an Art Therapist, you'll use creativity and therapeutic techniques to help clients express themselves, develop coping skills, process emotions, and work toward their individual goals.

• Develop individualized art therapy treatment plans based on each client's needs and goals.
• Facilitate engagingindividual and group art therapy sessions.
• Use creative expression to promote emotional regulation, communication, self-awareness, and healing.
• Incorporate appropriate creative modalities such as music, movement, recreational activities, and behavioral health techniques when beneficial.
• Monitor client progress and adjust therapeutic approaches as needed.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals, medical staff, caregivers, and other members of the care team.
• Provide therapeutic support to diverse populations, including children, individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, hospice patients, and individuals receiving addiction services, as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with HIPAA and organizational standards.
• Participate in case consultations and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Stay current with developments and best practices in art therapy and behavioral health.

• Have a genuine passion for helping others through creative expression.
• Believe art can be a powerful tool for communication, healing, and personal growth.
• Enjoy working with children and diverse populations.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves.
• Bring empathy, patience, creativity, and strong interpersonal skills to your work.
• Enjoy collaborating with other healthcare and mental health professionals.
• Are committed to continued learning and professional development.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree inArt Therapy, Psychology, Social Work, or a related fieldfrom an accredited institution.
• Art Therapy certification or licensure, such asATR-BC, preferred or eligible for certification.
• Experience working with children, individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, or mental health conditions preferred.
• Knowledge of behavioral therapy techniques and their application in therapeutic settings.
• Familiarity with clinical…