What are the responsibilities and job description for the Creative Arts Therapist position at MJHS?
MJHS is a large not-for-profit health system in the Greater New York area. Our healthcare services encompass home care, hospice and palliative care for adults and children, rehabilitation and nursing care at Menorah and Isabella Centers, as well as the research-driven MJHS Institute for Innovation and Palliative Care.
We also offer Elderplan/HomeFirst: health plans for Medicare and dual-eligible individuals. As a not-for-profit organization, many of our programs and services are made possible through donations and grants.
Our Mission
At MJHS, quality care is our mission. We strive to create a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We have a strong company culture that offers great benefits, including a healthy work-life balance and competitive compensation rates.
A Unique Work Environment
MJHS attracts professionals who see their work as a calling as well as a job. In every role, employees appreciate the autonomy to make decisions, the encouragement to share their opinions, and the support they need to excel with minimal supervision.
Our management team and colleagues are always available to provide guidance and assistance when needed.
Hospice and Palliative Care Services
We offer innovative hospice and palliative care programs that make a significant difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Our comprehensive services include community-based and facility-based care to help patients and their loved ones cope with life-limiting illnesses and end-of-life care.
About This Position
In this role, you will use music therapy interventions to assess and treat physical, psychosocial, and spiritual end-of-life issues for patients, caregivers, and bereaved individuals of all ages.
You will participate in the clinical training and supervision of creative arts therapy interns and contribute to special programming, research, education, and marketing efforts to promote our mission and growth.
- This position requires a NY-State licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) certification and ATR-BC credentials.
- A minimum of one year's experience working as a creative arts therapist in hospice, palliative care, or acute medical settings is required.
- Availability to work late afternoons, evenings, and weekends is essential.
