Current Open Positions

Job Type: W2 Employee. Full-Time (30 hours per week: 18 clinical hours and 12 admin hours. Plus supervision & curriculum planning admin hours.) Opportunity for growth in the company!

Availability: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 9:30am-5:30pm

Positions: 1

Job description

Clinical Responsibilities

· Provide group music therapy services with adults and adolescents in an inpatient acute psychiatric unit.

· Ensure services and treatment are culturally sensitive/informed in regard to all types of identities, especially those that are marginalized (gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, body size, disability, etc) Must be anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and working towards dismantling all systems of oppression including fatphobia.

· All groups must involve music therapy activities/directives.

· Write all group curriculum and submit to clinical supervisor each week before groups begin for that week.

· Complete group progress notes for each group on-site after group according to the facilities requirements.

· Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with on-site staff.

· Report any clinical concerns to on-site staff.

· Work within the limits of their qualifications, education, and skills

· Value, support and respect the rights of others

· Be punctual and maintain a professional attitude toward their tasks

· Immediately notify the supervisor (and on-site staff point person) if unable to work due to health or other reasons

· Maintain confidentiality and privacy with regards to organizational, client, and other information of a confidential nature. Adhere to HIPAA standards.

· Represent East Bay Art Therapy accurately and positively at all times.

· Ensure timely documentation of groups through progress notes and timely return phone calls and emails from on-site staff and East Bay Art Therapy supervisor.

· Adhere to all standards of practice outlined by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) and Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT).

Organizational Responsibilities

· Complete and pass a criminal reference check and a vulnerable sector search, if required

· Complete and return all East Bay Art Therapy registration documents as indicated on the orientation checklist

· Read, sign, and honor East Bay Art Therapy’s confidentiality and conflict of interest agreements

· Meet at least monthly with clinical supervisor and clinical team for consultation.

· Address areas of conflict or concern in accordance with East Bay Art Therapy’s policies

· Complete all documentation of their work according to East Bay Art Therapy standards

· Maintain accurate record of work hours and tasks completed, in progress, and assigned

· Carry out assigned tasks responsibly. Request support when needed

· Participate in evaluations when asked by their supervisor

· Attend any designated training or orientation assigned by their supervisor

· Report any health and safety concerns to their supervisor

· Provide appropriate and adequate advance notice of intention to leave the organization.

Minimum Required Qualifications

· Have current MT-BC credential with the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT)

· Preferred: 1 year post-degree clinical work experience providing music therapy services

· Preferred: Masters Degree in Music Therapy

· Ability to provide compassionate, empathic, and ethical service

· Good standing with the CBMT, AMTA, and malpractice insurance entities.

· Ability to be creative and innovative in clinical role

· Be able to work independently after basic training

· Excellent time management skills

· Have access to computer or tablet for word processing, email, adn video conferencing.

· Confidence, experience and passion for working with adults with mental health diagnoses.

· Confidence, experience, and passion for working with adolescents.

· Confidence, experience and passion for running groups.

· Confidence, experience, and passion for using music therapy interventions.

· Fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (or willing to undergo weekly testing)

· Preferred: Member of a marginalized community/identity and/or lived experienced that informs clinical work.

Pay:  

$40-90 per hour for all clinical hours (pay scale is based on degree level and years of experience)

$22 per hour for all admin hours (3 admin hours per day on-site. Additional paid admin time includes mandatory trainings, team meetings, curriculum writing, and supervision)

Benefits / What's Provided:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (50% of premiums paid by company)

Supervision with an experienced Music Therapist

Supervision and training in TBM (Therapeutic Beat-Making)

1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked

Roth IRA (Retirement Account)

Life Insurance

CEU Stipend

Business HIPAA Compliant email

All supplies, equipment, and instruments for your work (including Ableton Push and Ableton Live for Beat-Making.)

Free East Bay Art Therapy Merch!

Optional CA BBS supervision for AMFT/APCC available upon request. (unpaid-not required for job)

*This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

To Apply:

Send resume and cover letter to: Tonia@eastbayarttherapy.com

Your cover letter should highlight your experience and/or interest in working with adults and adolescents with mental health diagnoses as well as working in an inpatient psychiatric setting. If you are a member of a marginalized community and/or have lived experience that informs your clinical work, please touch on this in your cover letter.

Job Type: W2 Employee. Part Time: 15 clinical hours per week minimum. (Opportunity for growth to Full Time which is 30 total hours per week)

Availability: Saturdays plus 2 other weekdays (to start).

Locations: EBAT Office in Oakland as well as home-based and community-based sites throughout the East Bay area.

Positions: 1

Job description

Clinical Responsibilities

· Provide individual and family art therapy services (with the option to do groups and couples) with ages 4 and up (children, adolescents, and adults) in a private practice setting. (We are vendors of Regional Center: Many of your clients will be individuals with developmental disabilities including those with higher support needs.)

· Some off-site work: Drive to various sites throughout the East Bay area to conduct home-based sessions and community-based groups.

· When working with minor clients, provide parent consultation.

· Ensure services and treatment are culturally sensitive/informed/competent regarding all types of identities, especially those that are marginalized (gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, body size, disability, etc) Must be anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, disability justice-oriented, neurodivergent-affirming, and working towards dismantling all systems of oppression including fatphobia.

· Conduct sessions at the East Bay Art Therapy office in Oakland, with option to do some minimaltelehealth only if requested by the client/family.

· Encouraged to offer art therapy/creative arts interventions with all clients. (Clients seek out East Bay Art Therapy because they want to do art therapy!)

· When facilitating groups, write art therapy group curriculum and submit to clinical supervisor.

· Complete a comprehensive assessment of patient's mental health history and collaborate with the client to identify treatment needs.

· Assess and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Assist individuals to deal with problems ranging from short-term issues to persistent mental illness.

· Monitor client’s progress and ensure their voice/choice in treatment. Analyze and interpret new/updated information about the client to reassess needs.

· Identify needs, link to available resources, and modify the treatment plan as needed.

· Maintain up to date case files within electronic health record (EHR)

· Work within the limits of their qualifications, education, and skills

· Value, support and respect the rights of others

· Be punctual and maintain a professional attitude toward their tasks and towards clients and families.

· Immediately notify the supervisor if unable to work due to health or other reasons

· Maintain confidentiality and privacy with regards to organizational, client, and other information of a confidential nature. Adhere to HIPAA standards.

· Represent East Bay Art Therapy accurately and positively at all times

· Ensure timely documentation of sessions through progress notes and timely return phone calls and emails from clients/parents and supervisor.

· Conduct phone consultations with potential client inquiries if requested by client/family.

· Adhere to all standards of practice outlined by the ATCB (Art Therapy Credentials Board).

Organizational Responsibilities

· Complete and pass a criminal reference check, drug screening, and a vulnerable sector search, if required.

· Complete and return all East Bay Art Therapy registration documents as indicated on the orientation checklist

· Read, sign, and honor East Bay Art Therapy’s confidentiality and conflict of interest agreements

· Meet monthly with private practice team and entire EBAT team for consultation. (If you have your ATR-Provisional, you will meet weekly with art therapy clinical supervisor)

· Read and adhere to all East Bay Art Therapy policies and procedures

· Address areas of conflict or concern in accordance with East Bay Art Therapy’s policies

· Complete all documentation of their work according to East Bay Art Therapy standards

· Maintain accurate record of work hours and tasks completed, in progress, and assigned

· Carry out assigned tasks responsibly. Request support when needed

· Participate in evaluations when asked by their supervisor

· Attend any designated training or orientation assigned by their supervisor

· Report any health and safety concerns to their supervisor

· Provide appropriate and adequate advanced notice (3-4 weeks preferred for client termination) of intention to leave the organization

Minimum Required Qualifications

· Have current ATR-P, ATR, or ATR-BC and a Masters Degree in Art Therapy

· Minimum 1 year post graduate clinical experience providing art therapy services.

· Ability to provide compassionate, empathic, and ethical service

· Good standing with the ATCB and malpractice insurance entities.

· Ability to be creative and innovative in clinical role

· Be able to work independently, especially with technology after basic training

· Excellent time management skills

· Have access to a reliable computer and if conducting virtual sessions from home: internet, audio and video equipment

· Confidence, experience and/or passion for working with children and adolescents.

· Confidence, experience and/or passion for working with clients that may struggle with trauma, self-harm, and suicidality.

· Confidence, experience, and/or passion for working with clients with developmental disabilities.

· Confidence, experience, and passion for working with marginalized communities including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+.

· Confidence, experience, and passion for using art therapy interventions.

· Fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or willingness to undergo weekly testing.

· Reliable vehicle and CA Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

· BIPOC and/or member of a marginalized community/identity and/or lived experienced that informs clinical work.

· Fully licensed as an LMFT or LPCC in addition to Art Therapy credentials.

· Trained in a post-master’s therapy modality such as EMDR, IFS, DBT, DIR FloorTime, etc.

· Bilingual in Spanish

Pay:  

$50-90 per hour for all clinical hours based on credential level and years of experience. (50 min sessions are paid at 1 hour.) Rate for groups/family/couples is $10 more per hour than rate for individuals.

$22 per hour for all admin hours (1 admin hour per 5 clinical hours for documentation. Consult calls, training, supervision, team meetings, and group curriculum planning are all paid at admin rate)

Benefits / What's Provided:

Roth IRA (Retirement Account)

1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked

CEU Stipend

Business phone, email, and EHR

Amazing 600+ sq ft office space to use

Professional headshots for your page on the East Bay Art Therapy website

All supplies and art materials to do your work

Free East Bay Art Therapy Merch!

Art Therapy (ATR) supervision provided for ATR-P’s (paid-required for job)

Option for growth within the company.

Optional BBS Supervision (CA Board of Behavioral Sciences) supervision provided for associates. (unpaid-not required for job)

Once full time: Health (PPO), dental and vision insurance (50% premium paid by company)

*This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

To Apply:

Send resume and cover letter to: Tonia@eastbayarttherapy.com

If you are a member of a marginalized community and/or have lived experience that informs your clinical work, please touch on this in your cover letter. Please describe your experience and/or passion for working as a therapist with the above mentioned communities.