Expressive Therapist (Dance) Roslindale 16 hour
Core
Plan, implement, and coordinate expressive therapy programs (including dance) for patients in a Long Term Chronic Care Hospital to support their physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs.
Role type
Expressive Therapist (Dance)
Builds
Therapeutic programs for memory support and chronic care residents
Domain
Healthcare / Geriatric Care / Expressive Arts Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Group leadership, fluency in expressive art modalities, multicultural awareness, assessment skills, program adaptation, research participation, mentorship
Preferred skills
Experience with memory loss residents, computer literacy, ability to lift 25 lbs, standing for scheduled times
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop varied therapeutic programs, lead memory support programs, assess residents for group assignments, orient new residents, maintain communication with staff and families, provide in-service trainings, supervise interns, coordinate 1:1 sessions, implement community outings, manage supplies and budget, participate in research
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level (1+ years experience required)