Creative Arts Therapist Job at COMHAR, Inc., Easton, PA

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  • COMHAR, Inc.
  • Easton, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

COMHAR is growing in the Lehigh Valley and we are excited to have you join our team!

At COMHAR, it is our mission to provide health and human services that empower individuals, families, and communities to live healthier, self-determined lives.

We are currently seeking a Creative Arts Therapist at our new Restoration Long Term Structured Residence, located in Easton, PA. The ORLTSR is a therapeutic residential program that works with justice involved individuals, ages 18 and over. The individuals in the program have a diagnosis of serious mental illness and have been prosecuted on criminal charges. The program will provide mental health treatment to those who will be admitted on Conditional Release or those in need of competency restoration.

Responsibilities:

The Creative Arts Therapist collaborates with program leadership to design and implement therapeutic programming and related activities which reflect individual needs, interests, and the individualized recovery planning processes. Provide education and training to both individuals in recovery and staff regarding the benefits and intricacies of art therapy. Facilitate activities with individuals and groups, including educational, clinical, social and leisure programs, ensuring inclusion of the individuals in the activities. Assist with connecting individuals to community resources as identified in their recovery plan and establishment of partnerships with community-based supports to promote community integration and identification of methods for individuals in recovery to build social capital and development of network supports. Ensure that all required documentation is completed efficiently and thoroughly maintaining compliance with all internal and external requirements and regulations.

Requirements:

Creative Arts Therapist Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Recreation Therapy or Movement Therapy and minimum of two (2) years of experience in Mental Health.
  • Valid PA State Criminal, FBI (based on residency outside of PA), and Child Abuse clearances.
  • CPR w/AED & First Aid certification required.
  • Professional license, certification, or registration if relevant to field.
  • Valid driver’s license required. (Must be able to move about COMHAR service areas throughout the day to provide appropriate oversight and coordination and meet job duties as needed and required.)
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) and professional licensure/certification are preferred.

** Effective October 15, 2021, all employees/contractors/interns/volunteers are required to provide our office with proof of COVID vaccination.**

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace. COMHAR, Inc. is a not-for-profit community based health and human service organization founded in 1975. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability-related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.

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