Activities Therapist II

16 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Cook County Health and Hospitals Full time
Job Title: Activities Therapist II - Cermak

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Correctional Psychologist and Correctional Psychologist, directs, coordinates, and develops activity programs for the purpose of occupational and expressive arts therapy.

Responsibilities:

  • Assesses the patient's social and emotional needs as part of the overall evaluation and implementation of a therapy program.
  • Uses professional judgment and creativity in presenting several alternatives or innovative solutions to problems encountered in activity therapy.
  • Observes, supervises and assists patients working on activities that require the use of pointed or sharp tools or instruments.
  • Respects the confidentiality of patient records and uses complete discretion when discussing patient matters with clinical and correctional staff.
  • Receives and orientates new patients to the activity and expressive arts programming.
  • Determines which activities should be carried out by the various patients according to the patient's limitations.
  • Documents patient progress and behavior while engaged in activities in the clinical record.
  • Attends and participates as a multidisciplinary staff member at patient clinical staffing.
  • Advises appropriate clinical personnel of situations requiring follow-up attention, i.e. suicidal issues.
  • Maintains control of inventory and equipment; orders and dispenses activity supplies.
  • Checks supplies which need to be repaired and replaced.
  • Presents staff development and in-service training to clinical members of the department concerning therapy programs.
  • Prepares materials for patient activities including film showings, games, music therapy, reading and decorating.
  • Interviews and evaluates patients for the purpose of assignment to activity groups.
  • Records, compiles and prepares various reports on monthly statistics of patient activities.
  • Maintains good public relations with associated disciplines, including development and implementation of educational staff in-service programs.
  • Invites associated staff to visit and experience expressive therapy groups to promote understanding and cooperation between disciplines.
  • Supervises Interns in Master's degree programs seeking degree in same profession as activity staff.
  • Leads and/or co-leads groups with psychology interns, externs, and other clinical staff.

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Expressive Therapy, Recreational Therapy, or related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Registered and/or Board Certified with the American Art Therapy Association or related organization.
  • Prior experience with chronically mental ill patients is preferred.
  • Bilingual is preferred.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
  • Basic Term Life Insurance.
  • Pension Plan.
  • Deferred Compensation Program.
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time.
  • You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).


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