What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Therapist position at Optimal HR Solutions?
We are seeking a compassionate Art Therapist to create meaningful individual and group experiences for Veterans, including homebound participants. This role combines therapeutic art, relationship-building, program development, documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team.
What You’ll Do
· Design and lead individual and group art therapy using painting, ceramics, drawing, collage, sculpture, crafts, and other appropriate media.
· Assess Veteran needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and document participation, response, and progress.
· Support Veterans experiencing post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, chronic pain, depression, addiction, and related conditions.
· Create accessible services for homebound Veterans and coordinate with caregivers and authorized providers.
· Develop art lessons, therapeutic groups, exhibits, educational programs, and community outreach activities.
· Maintain confidentiality, safe practices, program supplies, required records, and grant or outcome reporting.
Who We’re Looking For
You bring clinical skill, creativity, patience, and respect to every interaction. You can adapt an activity to the person in front of you while keeping thoughtful records and collaborating with others.
✓ Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Art, Art Therapy, or a closely related field
✓ At least one year of experience working as an Art Therapist
✓ Experience working with Veterans and Veteran services
✓ Demonstrated proficiency in at least three artistic media
✓ Strong communication, documentation, and volunteer-supervision skills
Preferred, but not required: military service or a close Veteran connection; mental health services experience; bilingual ability; and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Docs and Sheets, and Facebook.
Why This Role Matters
Creative expression can give Veterans another way to process experiences, build confidence, connect with others, and work toward personal goals. This position makes that support welcoming and accessible.
READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Submit your résumé and a brief cover letter describing your interest in supporting Veterans and their families.
Pay: $20,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person