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The department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Arts Therapist to work on the UHealth campus. The Arts Therapist functions as an integral part of the treatment team, and facilitates groups and individual expressive art projects with patients. Key responsibilities include planning, designing, and implementation of therapeutic creative and expressive activities and programs for patients; provides support services for patients and their families of various ages by using creative mediums to assist them in increasing their physical, cognitive and emotional health.  This role also oversees group safety and plans activities that meet the patient's and clinical group needs.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Patient Care

• Facilitate individual and group art therapy sessions for patients of all ages, focusing on emotional support, self-expression, coping strategies, and quality-of-life improvement.
• Tailor art therapy interventions to meet the diverse needs of oncology patients at different stages of treatment, recovery, or end-of-life care.
• Provide art therapy services to families and caregivers as appropriate, addressing their emotional and psychological needs.
• Offer bedside art therapy services to inpatients, addressing anxiety, depression, and other psychosocial challenges associated with cancer diagnoses and treatment.
• Provide support to patients receiving chemotherapy, using art therapy to create a calming and therapeutic environment.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on the benefits of art therapy in oncology care, fostering an understanding of its role in holistic patient care.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and other allied health professionals, to integrate art therapy into overall care plans.
• Participate in patient care team meetings to provide insights on patient progress and recommend therapeutic interventions.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions, progress, and outcomes in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Develop and present reports on program outcomes and patient feedback to inform ongoing improvements.

Program Development

• Assist in developing and expanding art therapy programs tailored to the needs of oncology patients, ensuring alignment with the cancer center's mission, and integrating evidence-based practices.
• Create opportunities for public awareness and education about the benefits of art therapy within the hospital and community.

Professional Development

• Stay updated on advancements in art therapy, oncology care, and psychosocial support by attending workshops, conferences, and continuing education programs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects related to art therapy and oncology

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required; Master's degree highly preferred
• Basic Life Support Certification (CPR)
• CTRS Certificate
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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