Certified Art Therapist

Company Description

Lotus USA, Inc. has been delivering exceptional services since 2014, focusing on innovative business solutions, management consulting, and procurement across key technology sectors such as networking hardware, software, and telecommunications. Based in Los Angeles, California, Lotus has successfully completed over 1,000 contracts for federal agencies, state governments, municipalities, and other major clients. Recognized as a Certified HUBZone Small Business, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Lotus is a trusted partner for the procurement of leading technology brands and professional services. The company provides critical services such as medical staffing, technology solutions, engineering, and application development to support both government agencies and commercial entities.

Role Description

Job Title: Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist

Location: Federal Correctional Complex (FCC), Butner, NC

Job Type: Full-time (35 sessions per week, Monday through Friday)

Schedule: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch break; Federal holidays off)

Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and skilled Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist to provide individual and group therapy sessions at the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Butner. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing the emotional well-being of adults in custody (AIC) by facilitating therapeutic art therapy sessions designed to improve mental health, manage stress, and foster personal expression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group art therapy sessions to pretrial and convicted AIC.
• Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to the needs of the AIC.
• Facilitate self-awareness and expression through art, enabling patients to cope with symptoms, stress, and traumatic experiences.
• Document evaluations, progress, and treatment plans using the Bureau of Prisons Electronic Medical Records (BEMR).
• Ensure all therapeutic interventions are consistent with Joint Commission and American Correctional Association standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with BOP policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with the Health Services Administrator (HSA) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to ensure the quality of services.
• Maintain and update professional certifications and licensure as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Art Therapy from a nationally accredited university or college.
• Registered and board certified by the Art Therapy Credentialing Board (ATCB).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working as an Art Therapist.
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-V diagnoses and psychological treatment modalities.
• CPR certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Ability to pass a drug screening and law enforcement background check.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Preferred: Bilingual skills (Spanish) and correctional facility experience.