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YWCA Union County is hiring: Creative Arts Therapist (PT) in Elizabeth
YWCA Union County is hiring: Creative Arts Therapist (PT) in ElizabethMediabistro • Elizabeth, NJ, United States
YWCA Union County is hiring : Creative Arts Therapist (PT) in Elizabeth

YWCA Union County is hiring : Creative Arts Therapist (PT) in Elizabeth

Mediabistro • Elizabeth, NJ, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

3 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Job Summary

The Creative Arts Therapist is a direct service position responsible for providing creative arts therapy within the YWCA Eastern Union County PALS Program. The focus areas include individual and group therapy in dance / movement, drama, and art, along with intake and assessment, parent education, and documentation. All shelter staff will be trained to answer the hotline and cover backup shifts.

Position Details

  • Title : Creative Arts Therapist
  • Department : PALS
  • Supervisor : Program Director of PALS
  • Effective Date : ASAP
  • Status : Part Time
  • Rate : $35 / hour

Qualifications and Experience

  • Master's degree in creative arts therapy or equivalent
  • Board Certified (ATR-BC) or eligible
  • Prior counseling or clinical experience
  • Experience with children, domestic violence, or trauma survivors preferred
  • Bilingual / bicultural skills are a plus
  • Excellent verbal, written, and public speaking skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
  • Flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends
  • Key Responsibilities

    Intake & Assessment

  • Conduct intake assessments and psychological tests for children in the program
  • Create individualized treatment plans
  • Collaborate with PALS staff to meet each child's needs
  • Creative Arts Therapy

  • Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions
  • Incorporate safety planning and respectful behavior education into sessions
  • Parent Education

  • Educate parents about domestic violence dynamics and non-violent parenting strategies
  • Promote family bonding through creative arts sessions
  • Training & Supervision

  • Attend staff and supervisory meetings
  • Participate in required trainings
  • Documentation

  • Maintain accurate client records and reports
  • Submit reports timely and professionally
  • Additional Duties

  • Attend meetings, trainings, and community events
  • Coordinate with other YWCA programs
  • Represent the agency externally and internally as needed
  • Provide transportation if necessary
  • Answer hotline and cover shelter shifts as trained
  • This job description is a broad outline and may be amended as needed. It is not a contract.

    Mission of the YWCA-Union County

    Dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

    Core Values

  • Commitment : to the mission and community well-being
  • Integrity : in relationships and decisions
  • Respect : for roles, diversity, and viewpoints
  • Compassion : in understanding and action
  • Empowerment : to create positive change
  • Excellence : in practice and expectations
  • Salary : $34 - $35 per hour

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