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Position Summary:

• The Expressive Therapist will implement trauma-informed and therapeutic activities within the creative process of art, dance, or music making, or within recreational activities to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of the children and adults receiving acute services. The Expressive Therapist will collaborate as an active member of the treatment team.

Location:

• Olathe, KS

Education:

• Completed Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Music Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, Dance Therapy, Art Therapy, or Recreation Therapy.

Experience:

• Six months’ experience working with children and families in a behavioral health or trauma recovery setting.
• Supervised post-graduate dance therapy or art therapy experience if applicable.

Certification/Licensure:

• At least 21 years old
• Valid Auto Insurance
• Valid Drivers License
• Credentialed as Board Certified Music Therapist in good standing with the Certification Board for Music Therapists, certified as a Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT) with the American Dance Therapy Association, Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (BC-DMT) will be preferred, Art Therapist - Registered (ATR) or Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), or certified as a Recreation Therapist through the National Council on Therapeutic Recreation (NCTRC).

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Requires intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding. Microsoft word and excel programs as well as outlook email.

Task Expectations

1. Develop and Implement Therapeutic Plans

• Design and execute individualized treatment plans that incorporate music, dance/movement, art, or recreation therapy techniques based on client assessments.
• Conduct assessments to determine client needs and establish appropriate therapeutic goals.

2. Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of client progress, treatment plans, and outcomes.
• Prepare reports for interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to treatment planning.

3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with other healthcare professionals (e.g., psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers) to integrate therapeutic interventions into broader care plans.
• Participate in case conferences and team meetings to discuss client progress and modify treatment plans as needed.

4. Client Education and Support

• Educate clients and their families about the benefits and techniques of music, dance/movement, art, or recreation therapy.
• Provide resources and support to clients for continued engagement in therapeutic activities outside of sessions.

5. Program Development

• Develop and adapt therapeutic programs to meet the evolving needs of clients and the community.
• Evaluate and refine therapy programs based on client feedback and therapeutic outcomes.

6. Professional Development

• Stay current with research and best practices in your field of certification (e.g., music therapy, dance/movement therapy).
• Attend continuing education workshops and maintain licensure/certification in good standing.

Behavior Expectations

1. Empathy and Compassion

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of and empathy for clients’ emotional, psychological, and physical needs.
• Foster a safe and supportive environment where clients feel valued and understood.

2. Cultural Sensitivity

• Respect and incorporate clients' cultural backgrounds and personal identities into therapeutic practices.
• Ensure that therapeutic interventions are inclusive and adaptable to diverse populations.

3. Communication Skills

• Exhibit strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills, ensuring clarity and understanding in interactions with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Actively listen to clients' concerns and feedback, using this information to guide therapeutic sessions.

4. Ethical Practice

• Adhere to the ethical guidelines and standards set forth by relevant professional organizations (e.g., CBMT, ADTA, NCTRC).
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all client interactions and documentation.

5. Adaptability and Flexibility

• Be open to adjusting therapeutic approaches based on client responses and changing circumstances.
• Exhibit resilience and creativity in addressing challenges and barriers to treatment.

6. Team Collaboration

• Demonstrate a collaborative spirit, contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Respect the expertise of colleagues while also advocating for the role and value of your therapeutic discipline.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Practice conduct that displays respect for all KVC colleagues and community stakeholders regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, or veteran status.
• Schedules and conducts expressive therapy groups and individual sessions.
• Participates as a part of a multidisciplinary treatment team and complete comprehensive clinical documentation of group and individual sessions as well as participate actively in treatment team discussions.
• Requires comprehensive knowledge of youth’s history, plan of care, and discharge plan.
• Collaborate with assigned talk therapist to improve youth's treatment outcomes and provide an expressive therapy perspective.
• Completes required documentation, forms, and reports per agency's policy and procedures; enters documentation accurately and timely per Camber guidelines.
• Provide timely fiscally responsible supply requests
• Responsible for the storage and tracking of supplies and equipment
• Promotes community integration of clients
• Maintains required credentials for specific expressive therapy field.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal and all licensure and accrediting bodies.

Join us:

• We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.