Group Therapist PNE
 McLean Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Princeton | |
| 162 Mountain Road (Show on map) | |
 Jan 10, 2025 | |
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Summary
Responsible for designing and implementing therapeutic activities, such as art, music, movement, or other creative modalities, to enhance physical, emotional, and mental health through collaboration with other healthcare professionals to integrate expressive therapies into the holistic care of patients. Essential Functions Develop and implement individualized therapeutic programs using expressive therapies, tailored to meet the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of patients. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to integrate expressive therapies into patient care plans. Conduct initial assessments to determine the therapeutic needs of patients. Establish therapeutic goals and objectives in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Conduct one-on-one and group therapy sessions using various expressive modalities such as art, music, movement, and other creative interventions. Adapt therapeutic approaches to accommodate the unique needs and preferences of each patient. Encourage patient participation in therapeutic activities, fostering a positive and supportive environment. Maintain accurate and detailed records of patients' assessments, progress, and participation in expressive therapy sessions. Follows all established group therapy protocols. Maintains contact with other clinical staff and unit leadership through participation in rounds, staff meetings, multi-disciplinary meetings, treatment planning meetings, and other meetings as necessary. Alerts appropriate staff (e.g. Nurse Director, Medical and/or Clinical Director, Treatment Teams) of emergent clinical issues that occur during group sessions. Participates in group therapy training opportunities when required. Required for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes Education Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team. Empathy and sensitivity to the needs of patients and their families. Familiarity with electronic health records and documentation practices. Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy. Physical Requirements The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |