CREATIVE ARTS THERAPIST/ RECOVERY COUNSELOR: PART-TIME (20hrs)

SPOP’s Personalized Recovery Oriented Services (PROS) program is seeking a compassionate and creative Limited Permit LCAT/ LCAT to join our interdisciplinary team supporting older adults living with serious mental health challenges. This 20 hr./week position is focused on facilitating recovery-oriented groups and providing supportive clinical services to a small caseload of participants. The person will report to the Senior Vice President for PROS and work as part of the treatment team 3 days/week at our W. 88th St. location. No evenings, weekend or after-hours coverage required.

The successful candidate thrives in a lively, congregate setting with older adults and is passionate about reducing mental health stigma. Responsibilities include facilitating therapeutic and rehabilitation-focused groups using creative arts and recovery-oriented approaches; maintaining a small caseload; and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team including social workers, creative arts therapists, vocational specialists, peer staff, and prescribers.

Eligible candidates for this position must have a Master’s Degree of any creative arts background (i.e. art Therapy, drama Therapy, music Therapy, dance & movement Therapy.) Candidates that hold a limited permit in Creative Arts Therapy (LCAT-LP) are also eligible to apply. Experience working with adults with serious mental illness preferred.

Pro-rated paid time off (vacation, wellness, personal time) Flexible scheduling may be available. SPOP offers reimbursement for training, certifications and licensures along with extensive supervisory and educational opportunities.

Fluency in Spanish preferred.