Licensed Creative Arts Therapist - LCAT

Shrub Oak International School•Lake Mohegan, NY

3d•$76,000 - $104,000•Onsite

About The Position

Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education. The licensed Master of Creative Art Therapies (Art, Dance, Music, and/or Imagery) is a licensed master’s degree professional in an applicable of study. This individual works collaboratively with education, clinical and campus life staff as well as parents, students, to develop plans and strategies to improve students’ academic performance, mental health and social development in accordance with ITEPs (Individualized Transdisciplinary Education Plan). The LCAT will conduct behavioral and social assessments formulate social support, therapy and/or behavior plans, as appropriate. Our counselors support the design and implementation of the ITEP, serving as an integral part of our team. They will consult, counsel, as well as collaborate in the development of treatment plans. Having access to confidential information, discretion and independent judgement is required.

Requirements

New York State License (LCAT) in good professional standing required
Master’s degree in creative arts therapies (Art, Dance, Music, and/or Imagery) required
3 years of clinical counseling experience required; experience working with students with developmental disabilities or on the autistic spectrum is strongly preferred; school experience is a plus
Exceptional written communication skills, specifically involving documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other related administrative tasks
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and executing de-escalation techniques
Ability and willingness to learn new skills
Ability to display grit and resilience and maintain composure
Strong ability to build relationships with students and peers
Strong ability to process and retain information and to think critically and analytically during crisis
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including those aggressive in nature
Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and support data collection systems for students across academic, community and campus life areas as relevant and necessary.
Analyze data and progress of students regarding their ongoing functional, behavioral and emotional needs to make programmatic changes to advance the student.
Utilize a variety of treatment approaches that are safe, creative and individualized to a particular student's needs. These treatment modalities are student centered, strength based, empathic, and creative to address each student's particular needs
Treat the family unit by engaging in/facilitating family therapy, parent training, and on campus visitation as clinically appropriate
Collaborate, develop, implement, and provide training for behavior support plans (BIP, ISP, FBAs others) to support implementation and to improve behavioral outcomes for our students
Provide crisis management and classroom push in/pull out support as necessary.
Maintain appropriate records and reports as required
Participate in clinical and Shrub Oak activities to advance field knowledge and engage in activities to remain at the forefront of professional development and advancements
Supervise Creative Therapies interns as needed
Performs any other responsibilities as needed and required