Clinical Art Therapist

Clinical Art Therapist – Volunteers of America-Greater New York

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Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti‑poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester County, including emergency, transitional, and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.

We are in search of new talent for the following position.

The Clinical Art Therapist delivers quality mental‑health services and programming associated with family violence to all residents and children, and provides direct clinical services to children and their families.

The New Hope Shelter is a program that provides comprehensive services and safe, anonymous housing for individuals and their children experiencing domestic violence. To learn more about the program, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Master’s degree in art therapy.
• Registered with the America Art Therapy Association (ATR) and at least 3 years of clinical experience, including at least 1 year working with traumatized children, adults, and families.
• Ability to manage a team, excellent clinical skills, and strong interpersonal skills.

Candidates with related experience with domestic violence preferred.

• Work with children and parents, in groups, individual and family sessions to address psychological and emotional consequences of family violence; complete family intake with all residents to determine services needed.
• Collaborate with case managers, childcare staff, and recreation staff to ensure coordinated delivery of services to families.
• Supervise childcare and recreation staff, conduct staff meetings, and provide training on clinical issues.
• Develop an art therapy internship program; supervise interns by teaching, coaching, monitoring, and evaluating educational and clinical interventions.
• Develop and update a resource book by building contacts with the community to ensure that all resources meet Volunteers of America standards of quality.
• Develop and implement current assessment tools for families and children that measure progress and produce outcomes.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Prescription coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off, including a paid birthday holiday.

Please note:

benefits for part‑time employees may vary.

To learn more about VOA‑Greater New York, visit https://.

VOA‑Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!

Mid‑Senior level

Part‑time

Health Care Provider

Non‑profit Organization