Dance Movement Therapist

Dance/Movement Therapist Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Dance/Movement Therapist to join our Recreation & Creative Arts Therapy Department. You will use Dance/Movement Therapy, Recreation Therapy, and Creative Arts Therapy to assess and treat the physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of our residents, including end-of-life issues, in line with the interdisciplinary plan of care. Population Served: Geriatric residents and individuals with advanced physical illness, neurocognitive disorders, short-term rehabilitation needs, psychiatric conditions, and developmental and physical disabilities. Requirements: Master’s degree in Dance/Movement Therapy. At least 2 years of experience with the geriatric population. NYS licensure as a Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) preferred, if not yet licensed, must be able to become licensed (LCAT-LP). NYS-approved licensure, or eligibility for Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). Experience with reminiscence and validation therapy. Strong documentation skills. Ability to work with residents with severe and multiple disabilities and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities: Develop and run creative arts therapy programs for residents in short-term rehab and those with neurocognitive disorders, developmental and physical disabilities, and psychiatric illness. Provide individual and group assessment and treatment, including for residents facing end-of-life issues and bereavement. Provide therapy interventions that strengthen muscles weakened by age, bed rest, stroke, fractures, amputation, and joint replacement. Develop groups and activities that help residents cope with loss, stress, and anger, and build social and coping skills. Plan monthly programs, including trips and birthday parties. Supervise transportation of residents to outside programs. Follow all safety and infection control procedures. Reports to the Director of Therapeutic Recreation and Creative Arts Therapy. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center