What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Certified Art Therapist position at Hospice of the Western Reserve?
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Hospice of The Western Reserve operates in celebration of the individual worth of each life. We strive to relieve suffering, enhance comfort, promote quality of life, foster choice in end-of-life care and support effective grieving.
WHY US?
We believe that our success starts with our greatest asset: OUR EMPLOYEES!
We live our shared core values in everything we do:
COMPASSION. EXCELLENCE. EQUALITY. INTEGRITY. SERVICE. STEWARDSHIP.
We have a passion for purpose-driven work! Do you?
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We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and highly organized Art Therapist to join our hospice’s Grief Support Services team. The ideal candidate will be licensed in the State of Ohio and board-certified in Art Therapy (ATR-BC) with demonstrated experience supporting individuals through grief and/or end-of-life care.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
This role is vital in delivering meaningful, therapeutic art-based programs for grieving adults. The Art Therapist will facilitate group sessions, coordinate quarterly events, and support staff and volunteers with training and resources for creative engagement with families. This position involves some travel in the Northeast Ohio region.
- Facilitate grief support groups using a variety of art modalities, primarily serving grieving adults.
- Plan and lead quarterly art therapy programs tailored to individuals coping with grief and loss.
- Provide training and guidance to hospice staff and volunteers on the use of art activities in family settings.
- Maintain an organized inventory of supplies, ordering and preparing materials as needed.
- Track attendance and maintain up-to-date rosters for all support group participants.
- Collaborate with the bereavement team to develop meaningful and diverse offerings for the community.
- Assist in gathering information and supporting efforts to identify grant funding opportunities.
- Maintain professional documentation and follow ethical and clinical guidelines as outlined by licensing boards.
SUCCESS CAPABILITIES:
- Master’s degree in Art Therapy or related field.
- Licensed in the State of Ohio to practice art therapy.
- Board Certified (ATR-BC) through the Art Therapy Credentials Board.
- Experience in grief counseling, bereavement, or end-of-life care settings strongly preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to engage compassionately with individuals in emotional distress.
- Skilled in a wide range of art mediums and comfortable tailoring creative activities to diverse groups.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and maintain organized records.
- Willingness to travel throughout Northeast Ohio and work occasional evenings.
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES
- Previous experience with program development or community outreach.
- Familiarity with grant research and basic fundraising principles.
- Enthusiastic about bringing creativity, empathy, and healing to individuals and families in times of loss.
DETAILS:
- Total Rewards Package to include Retirement, Health, Dental, Vision, voluntary benefits and Corporate Discounts
- Tuition Assistance
- Exempt role
- Technology Package
- Protocols in place for well-being during COVID-19
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Compliance to Annual Flu Shot Policy or ability to provide exemption documentation
- Provide an active auto insurance policy as a licensed driver in the State of Ohio with the proper level of coverage as directed
- Provide an active driver’s license
- Ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
NOTE: The responsibilities of this position are described above, and they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons. Also, this description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Applicants who may need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact:
Careers at Hospice of the Western Reserve
17876 St. Clair Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44114
216.383.2222 or careers@hospicewr.org
Hospice of the Western Reserve is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.