Position Summary:
Provides activity therapy treatment to groups and individuals to facilitate optimal rehabilitation and health of mentally, physically and/or emotionally handicapped patients/clients. Develops, implements and evaluates a comprehensive Activities Therapy Program for the facility. Participates in the performance improvement and continuous quality (CQI) improvement activities of the Activity Therapy Services
Position Responsibilities:
Clinical / Technical Skills (40% of performance review)
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Delivers artistic therapy services and supports and empowers staff to embrace the mission and value statement of the facility.
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Develops, implements and evaluates a comprehensive artistic therapy program in collaboration with the Certified Recreation Therapy Specialist (CTRS) and the Director of Clinical Services.
- Demonstrates knowledge of a wide range of psychosocial, cognitive and/or developmental disorders, and physical disabilities and those related to music/art therapy services.
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Able to direct and coordinate artistic activities programs for entire population served at the hospital.
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Demonstrates ability to ensure artistic therapy activities meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the patients/clients of the facility.
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Makes recommendations to the CTRS for new artistic therapy methods and techniques; provides in-services to staff.
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Demonstrates ability to assess patient/client pain that may interfere with the optimal level of functioning or participation in rehabilitation. Makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
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Demonstrates ability to implement all necessary safety precautions are taken to provide a safe environment for patients/clients and staff. Documents unusual events.
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Demonstrates ability to engage the patient/client in purposeful activity using therapeutic methods and goals, which are considered standard practice for artistic therapies that are identified in the treatment plan
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Demonstrates ability to treat patients/clients and families with respect and dignity.
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Demonstrates all aspects of patient/client care in an environment that optimizes patient/client safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
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Demonstrates and supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality
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Evaluates, selects and recommends new therapy supplies and equipment. Ensures preventive maintenance programs are in place. Recommends repairs and/or replacements
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Stays current in field through continuing education, seminars/conferences/workshops, professional societies, and journals.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Safety (15% of performance review)
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Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family members
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Follows all safety rules while on the job.
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Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly.
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Corrects minor safety hazards.
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Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
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Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety.
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Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives.
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Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
Teamwork (15% of performance review)
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Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
- Responds willingly to colleagues and serves as an active part of the hospital team.
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Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
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The ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing as required
- Demonstrates listening skills and the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
- Demonstrates adequate skills in all forms of communication.
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Adheres to the Standards of Behavior
Integrity (15% of performance review)
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Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospital
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Adheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws.
- Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health to personal practice and commits to service excellence.
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Supports and demonstrates fiscal responsibility through supply usage, ordering of supplies, and conservation of facility resources.
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Completes required trainings within defined time periods, as established by job description, policies, or hospital leadership
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Exemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude, at all times.
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Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws.
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Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines.
Compassion (15% of performance review)
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Demonstrates accountability for ensuring the highest quality patient care for patients.
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Willingness to be accepting of those in need, and to extend a helping hand
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Desire to go above and beyond for others
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Understanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differences
Education
Required: Bachelors degree in applicable allied therapy program (such as dance, art, music etc.). Applicable license and/or certification as an Allied Therapist in the state of employment within 6 months of hire. May accept certification as a yoga instructor. CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification.
Preferred: Masters degree in applicable allied therapy program.
Maintains education and development appropriate for position.
Experience
Required: Previous experience in a healthcare setting
Preferred: One (1) year of experience as an Allied Therapist in a behavioral healthcare setting.
