Art Therapist

ART THERAPIST

Baylor Scott & White is seeking a full-time Registered or Board Certified Art Therapist. This position is located in Dallas, Texas. If you share the same qualities as below please contact us to learn how you can become a part of the BSW team.

• Compassion for patients and love for art
• Ability to envision art for hospital spaces
• Ability to create team success over personal success
• Desire to work in a unconventional environment for Art Therapist
• All candidates must meet the educational requirements listed below.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Art Therapist plans or conducts Art Therapy sessions or programs to improve clients' physical, cognitive or emotional well-being.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Plans, directs and coordinates medically approved therapeutic art sessions designed to enhance patient physical, emotional and learning skills.
• Observes, examines and records patient's participation, reactions and progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs as needed.
• Develops an art therapy treatment plan and sets patient goals. Maintains flexibility to adjust for the patient's emotional or physical limitations.
• Prepares tasks and conducts art therapy sessions to improve patient's mental health and physical well-being.
• Confers with members of treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.
• Prepares and submits reports to treatment team to reflect patient's reactions and evidence of progress or regression.
• Develops community art projects in coordination with the arts in medicine program coordinator.
• Maintains expense records and supplies.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of rules, methods, and procedures for the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance includes personal differences in ability, personality, and interests. It also covers learning and motivational strategies, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Skill in observing and knowledge of personal reactions.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to draw conclusions.
• Ability to provide personal assistance and emotional help to patients and family members.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Registered Art Therapist (ART), Board Certified Art Therapist (ART-BC): Must become either a Registered Art Therapist or Board Certified Art Therapist within 1 year of hire.