This is a Fixed Term position JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job. The Art Therapist plans, provides, and implements a comprehensive art therapy assessment and treatment program, using a variety of creative artistic modalities, such as drawing and painting, to improve and enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of individuals, groups, and families at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital in support of the mission and objectives of the Department of Child and Family Life Services. The Art Therapist works under the direction of the Director of Child Life Services and in accordance with the medical orders of referring physicians, nurse practitioners, or other medical staff. The Art Therapist chooses materials and interventions appropriate to their clients' needs and design sessions to achieve therapeutic goals and objectives. The Art Therapist also maintains appropriate charts, records, and periodic reports on client progress as required by department guidelines and professional standards; participates in professional staff meetings and conferences; and provides information and consultation regarding the client's clinical progress. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct. * Collaborates with the patient care team, communicates pertinent information, and attends rounds and care conferences (as needed) and documents information in Cerner. * Develops, implements, evaluates, and adjusts treatment plan to meet needs of patient, based on assessment, patient interests, developmental level and objectives of therapy, as well as medical orders. * Educates staff, community, donors and others on the use of Art Therapy and its role in the therapeutic process to promote healing and enhance coping skills. * Identifies, measures, and takes action as needed to improve performance as needed to achieve goals. * Keep daily statistics and other types of information, as requested by supervisor. * Maintains and orders art supplies, as needed. * Observes, analyzes, and records patients' participation, reactions and progress during treatment sessions,modifying treatment programs as needed. * Plans, develops, and conducts art therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and young adults and their families to improve patient's mental and physical well-being. Facilitate broad ranges of expression through non-verbal means, as well as verbal dialogue. * Shows evidence of professional growth while keeping abreast of current developments in the profession. * Works cooperatively with all Hospital staff, attends pertinent hospital meetings and trainings, completes required documentation as required by hospital documentation guidelines and complies with HIPAA regulations regarding patient information and confidentiality. * Works with the Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health and other fund raising organizations to secure funding for the Art Therapy program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying. Education: Master's degree in Art Therapy or a related field with an emphasis in Art Therapy (no substitution for Master's degree). Experience: One (1) year of directly related experience working with children in individual and group-based interventions. License/Certification: Cert Art Therapist by Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) or Registered Art Therapist by Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) within 365 days of hire KNOWLEDGE These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification. * Ability to come up with creative ideas and activities * Ability to communicate effectively - orally, verbally, and in writing * Ability to communicate information and ideas so that others understand, listen to and understand information and ideas presented and w