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Art Therapist (Licensed)

KVC Health Systems
Saint James, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026
 
KVC Missouri Residential Treatment Facility
Location: St James, MO
Salary: $64,000-$70,000 annually (Depending on certification/registration and experience)
 
Job Summary


The Art Therapist will work with children and adolescents in residential care, using the power of art or music to support their emotional and psychological growth.

This role involves creating and implementing personalized treatment plans, conducting therapy sessions, and collaborating with a dedicated team to support our residents' development.

The Art Therapist will create a safe and supportive environment where residents can freely express themselves, encouraging self-exploration and emotional release through creative expression.
 
Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

Licensure/Certification: LMSW, LSW, LSCSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC, LMFT, LCMFT or other professional license issued/approved by the state(s) in which you practice.

Must also hold certification in one of the following licenses:

  • Art Therapist: Registered (ATR) or Board Certified (ATR-BC)

Benefits:

  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
  • 403b with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000.00
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness benefits like health screenings, & mental health support

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 82 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

Salary : $64,000 - $70,000

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