Expressive Therapist (music, Dance Or Drama) Per Diem

Hebrew SeniorLife

Base: $24.59 - $34.42 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Fully remote
Bachelors or masters in expressive arts therapy
Minimum 1 year experience with geriatric population
Proficiency in group leadership and dynamics
Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking a Per Diem Expressive Therapist specializing in music, dance, or drama to develop and implement therapy programs for residents in a Long Term Chronic Care Hospital. The role requires creativity in addressing the emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs of geriatric patients while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team

Job Summary

  • The Expressive Therapist plans and coordinates therapeutic programs addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs of residents.
  • This role requires leading programs specifically for memory support residents and adapting activities to changing cognitive or physical abilities.
  • The position involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team including nursing, social services, and administrative associates to enhance resident quality of life.

Matching Summary

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Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking a Per Diem Expressive Therapist specializing in music, dance, or drama to develop and implement therapy programs for residents in a Long Term Chronic Care Hospital. The role requires creativity in addressing the emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs of geriatric patients while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Salary

Base: $24.59 - $34.42 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelors or Masters in Expressive Arts Therapy
  • Minimum 1 year experience with geriatric population
  • Proficiency in group leadership and dynamics
  • Fluency in various art modalities (music, dance, drama)
  • Multicultural awareness and dementia care experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supervising or mentoring interns
  • Ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative research
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Optimistic demeanor and sense of humor
  • Strategic thinking and innovation capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Expressive Arts Therapy
  • 1+ years experience working with geriatric population
  • Demonstrated proficiency in group leadership
  • Fluency in music, dance, or drama modalities
  • Multicultural awareness and dementia care experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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