Art Therapist at Cleveland Clinic

Garfield Heights, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Art Therapy, Creative Process, Patient Care, Collaboration, Coping Skills, Socialization, Emotional Support, Psychological Support, Documentation, Confidentiality, Team Meetings, BLS Certification, De-escalation Training, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Compassion, Diversity

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Art Therapist Location Garfield Hts Facility Marymount Hospital Department Arts and Medicine-Clinical and Operational Improvement Job Code T99242 Shift Days Schedule 7:30am-4:00pm/8:00am-4:30pm Job Summary Job Details Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County, Marymount Hospital is an acute care, faith-based hospital. Here, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare. As a part of our team, you will build a rewarding, lifelong career in a diverse and welcoming environment. As an Art Therapist, you will use art media, imagery, and the creative process to help patients address social, emotional, psychological, and physical challenges. Collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team, you’ll develop and implement comprehensive care plans that foster healing and personal growth. Through painting, collage, beadwork, and a wide range of creative materials, you’ll empower patients to build coping skills, express themselves in new ways, enhance socialization, and support their overall well-being. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise with creativity in a deeply meaningful environment—ideal for those passionate about making a difference. Enjoy a supportive culture that values work-life balance and encourages taking time off to recharge and sustain your passion for the work. A caregiver in this role will work Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. 1 weekend once per month will be required. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Provide group and individual art therapy sessions to patients on various units within the main campus hospital. Evaluate patient's treatment needs, abilities and resources. Maintain confidentiality of patients, staff and hospital respecting patient's rights and dignity. Complete routine paperwork within prescribed time frames and accurately documents all pertinent and meaningful observations and information on appropriate forms. Attend and participate in designated plans of care team meetings concerning the patient and family, as appropriate. Adhere to general expectations for all employees in order that the program functions in an effective manner to meet the treatment needs of the patient. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Master’s Degree in Art Therapy from a college or university program accredited by the American Art Therapy Association (AATA) Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT) through the Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board OR Registered Art Therapist with Board Certification (ATR-BC) through the Art Therapy Credentials Board with LPAT within 90 days of hire Maintain de-escalation training, WELLE certification; must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire. Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification via American Heart Association or Red Cross, certification training; must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire One year of experience in Art Therapy services in an inpatient hospital setting Consideration will be made for time spent in practicum Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/ Personal Protective Equipment: Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.

Responsibilities

As an Art Therapist, you will use art media and the creative process to help patients address various challenges. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans that foster healing and personal growth.