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Art Therapy Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Cleveland

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's or master's in Art Therapy, art technique proficiency, research knowledge, 100 hours practicum, strong communication, and the ability to handle frequent lifting and movement tasks.
  • You will assess and implement art therapy interventions, plan group activities, mentor students, and ensure compliance with PHI regulations while promoting professional growth and visibility in the field.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Art Therapy (pending completion of internship) (Required) or
  • Master's Degree in Art Therapy (pending completion of internship) (Required)
  • Demonstrate competence with a variety of art techniques and skills, and therapeutic art interventions to a variety of culturally, ethnically, racially diverse, medically, developmentally and physiologically impaired patients. (Required proficiency)
  • Knowledge of research design and methodology, patient assessment and evaluation techniques. (Required proficiency)
  • Strong interest in multi-disciplinary team approach. Completion of a minimum of 100 hours of art therapy practicum. (Required proficiency)
  • PC (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint), office equipment, clinical equipment (Required proficiency)
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills (Required proficiency)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (Required proficiency)
  • Completion of bachelors or masters course work for art therapy approved college or university (Required)
  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Frequently
  • Handling Frequently
  • Grasping Frequently
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
  • Travel Requirements 10%

Responsibilities

  • Assess, develop, implement and evaluate Art Therapy interventions to address the age-specific psychosocial and physiological needs of hospitalized adults and their families
  • Plan and implement art therapy groups for inpatients/outpatients/staff
  • Mentor practicum students/volunteers as appropriate
  • Professional growth, information sharing and collaboration
  • Create and implement innovative ways to expand visibility, research, accountability in the art therapy profession
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
  • Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Art Therapy Intern?

The primary responsibility of the Art Therapy Intern is to assess, develop, implement, and evaluate Art Therapy interventions to address the psychosocial and physiological needs of hospitalized adults and their families.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Art Therapy (pending completion of internship) is required for this position.

Is prior experience required for the internship?

Completion of a minimum of 100 hours of art therapy practicum is required, but no prior job experience is necessary since this is an internship.

What skills are considered essential for an Art Therapy Intern?

Essential skills include competence with various art techniques, knowledge of patient assessment and evaluation techniques, proficiency in PC software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), and strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Will I be required to handle patients' Protected Health Information (PHI)?

Yes, you must comply with all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for patients as per the organization's policies and procedures.

What physical demands are associated with this internship?

This internship requires frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and carrying/pushing/pulling (up to 50 lbs) as well as occasional climbing, balancing, and crawling.

Is there an opportunity for professional growth within this internship?

Yes, the internship involves mentoring practicum students/volunteers and provides opportunities for professional growth, information sharing, and collaboration.

What percentage of travel is required for this position?

The position requires approximately 10% travel.

Will I have the opportunity to plan and implement art therapy groups?

Yes, planning and implementing art therapy groups for inpatients, outpatients, and staff is a key responsibility of the Art Therapy Intern.

Are there any additional responsibilities outside of those listed in the job description?

Yes, the Art Therapy Intern will also perform other duties as assigned and must comply with all organizational policies and standards.

Mission & Purpose

Founded in 1866, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of 23 hospitals (including 5 joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. The system’s flagship quaternary care, academic medical center, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, is affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Oxford University and the Technion Israel Institute of Technology. The main campus also includes the UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the nation; UH MacDonald Women's Hospital, Ohio's only hospital for women; and UH Seidman Cancer Center, part of the NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. UH is home to some of the most prestigious clinical and research programs in the nation, with more than 3,000 active clinical trials and research studies underway. UH Cleveland Medical Center is perennially among the highest performers in national ranking surveys, including “America’s Best Hospitals” from U.S. News & World Report. UH is also home to 19 Clinical Care Delivery and Research Institutes. UH is one of the largest employers in Northeast Ohio with more than 30,000 employees.