Behavioral health expressive therapist Job at The University of Kansas Health System (Overland Park)

Play Therapist Outpatient Mental Health

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Children's Lives! Are you a compassionate...

Location

United States , Clinton Township

Salary:

70000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year

Ellie Mental Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree in a behavioral health science or related field
Full clinical licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience using play therapy techniques to address emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns in children
Strong understanding of child development, family dynamics, and therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents
Ability to develop creative therapeutic interventions that engage children in the therapeutic process
Experience in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can express themselves freely
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with children, parents, and the team
Proficiency in Office 365 and EHR systems (Valant experience is a plus!)

Job Responsibility

Provide individual and group play therapy for children, adolescents, and families using evidence-based therapeutic techniques
Use therapeutic play techniques to help children express emotions, improve coping skills, and address behavioral challenges
Develop and implement personalized treatment plans tailored to the needs of each child and family
Establish a safe and nurturing therapeutic environment where children can engage in creative activities for healing
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with practice standards
Collaborate with other clinicians, families, and the Clinic Director to ensure quality care and client satisfaction
Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development opportunities

What we offer

401(k)
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Free food & snacks
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development

Fulltime

Child & Adolescent Therapist

Ellie Mental Health in Newton is seeking creative, compassionate, and child/adol...

Location

United States , Newton

Salary:

63000.00 - 123000.00 USD / Year

Ellie Mental Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree in behavioral health field (Social Work, Counseling, MFT, etc.)
Active Massachusetts clinical license (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, etc.) or be working towards licensure
Experience providing therapy to children, teens, and families
Comfort using creative, expressive, or play-based approaches
Strong diagnostic and documentation skills
Tech-savvy and comfortable with EHRs (Valant experience a plus)
Successful background check
Authorization to work in the US

Job Responsibility

Provide therapy to children and adolescents, using developmentally appropriate and creative, play and/or expressive based interventions
Work collaboratively with caregivers, schools, and other providers for wraparound support
While caseload is primarily youth-focused, there is also opportunity to work with adults across the lifespan
Complete diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and timely case documentation
Maintain a minimum of 25 weekly client sessions for full-time status
Attend weekly team meetings/group supervision, trainings, and contribute to Ellie’s collaborative, inclusive environment

What we offer

Competitive compensation with uncapped earning potential
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
25 clinical hours per week for full time status
Flexible scheduling
Team-centered, supportive, and creative culture
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Match
Free CEU credits + paid CEU time
Pay for administrative time
License renewal reimbursement

Fulltime

Child & Adolescent Therapist

Ellie Mental Health in Lexington is seeking creative, compassionate, and child/a...

Location

United States , Lexington

Salary:

63000.00 - 123000.00 USD / Year

Ellie Mental Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree in behavioral health field (Social Work, Counseling, MFT, etc.)
Candidates will have active Massachusetts clinical license (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, etc.) or be working towards licensure
Experience providing therapy to children, teens, and families
Comfort using creative, expressive, or play-based approaches
Strong diagnostic and documentation skills
Tech-savvy and comfortable with EHRs (Valant experience a plus)
Successful background check
Authorization to work in the US

Job Responsibility

Provide therapy to children and adolescents, using developmentally appropriate and creative, play and/or expressive based interventions
Work collaboratively with caregivers, schools, and other providers for wraparound support
While caseload is primarily youth-focused, there is also opportunity to work with adults across the lifespan
Complete diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and timely case documentation
Maintain a minimum of 25 weekly client sessions for full-time status
Attend weekly team meetings/group supervision, trainings, and contribute to Ellie’s collaborative, inclusive environment

What we offer

Competitive compensation with uncapped earning potential
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
25 clinical hours per week for full time status
Flexible scheduling with strong preference for availability weekdays from 3 pm on and/or at least one weekend day
Team-centered, supportive, and creative culture
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Match
Free CEU credits + paid CEU time
Pay for administrative time
License renewal reimbursement

Fulltime

Recreational Therapist

The recreational therapist develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and...

Location

United States , Oconomowoc

Salary:

Not provided

Rogers Behavioral Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS/BA degree is required, preferably in art, music, dance, recreation, or other therapies required
A Master’s degree in these areas is also preferred
Certification/registration through appropriate credentialing board preferred
Valid driver license in the state of employment (Residential and PHP/IOP assignments)
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR or American Red Cross Professional Rescue certification is required within thirty (30) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification
Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification, including self-defense training
Ropes and Challenge Course training by Rogers Memorial Hospital, with yearly renewal (where applicable to the position)
Employees at the Child/Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS §40 are required to have at least one (1) year of educational or work experience and a licensure or certification when serving children with mental health disorders
Applicable to Experiential Therapy pool and Experiential Therapy fixed FTE staff dedicated to a residential cost center: Compliance in Residential Care Centers (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) employee training requirements

Job Responsibility

Have a working knowledge of a psychosocial functioning of patient/resident groups as well as application of expressive activities within a psychiatric setting
Utilizes recreational activities to aid patients /residents to learn to apply and utilize recovery skills being taught in protocol sessions
Provides individualized treatment within a group setting
Awareness of CBT and DBT skills
Conduct experiential therapy, as scheduled
Evaluate, plan and coordinate programming to meet patients’/residents’ needs
Maintain Experiential Therapy environments for safety and supplies
Be flexible with work assignments, including schedule changes and program additions
Have a good working knowledge of a variety of experiential therapies
Complete a treatment plan and evaluation according to Rogers policy

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
401(k) retirement plan
Employee share program
Life/disability insurance
Flex spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Health and wellness program
Employee assistance program (EAP)
$5,000.00 retention bonus available

Prn activity therapist

Mount Carmel Behavioral Health is looking for a Certified Activity Therapist to ...

Location

United States , Columbus

Salary:

Not provided

Acadia Healthcare

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required
Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification
OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required
First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements

Job Responsibility

Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan
Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals
Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness
Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being
Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs
Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals
Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings
Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent
Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always

Board Certified Art Therapist

Are you passionate about making a real difference through creativity, movement, ...

Location

United States , Springfield

Salary:

20.00 - 25.00 USD / Hour

Acadia Healthcare

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required
Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification
OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required
First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements

Job Responsibility

Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview
Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals
Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness
Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being
Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs
Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals
Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings
Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent
Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always

Fulltime

Marriage and Family Therapist

Join our team as a Marriage and Family Therapist, where your expertise will empo...

Location

India , Noida

Salary:

Not provided

AquSag Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Expertise in American Medical Billing Software PMA, EZ2Bill Confidant, EZClaim medical billing software, Microsoft Outlook, Advantage Software Psych Advantage, eMDs Medisoft, SumTime Software, Synergistic Office Solutions (SOS) Case Manager
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and virtual communication platforms such as Google Meet and Zoom
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, demonstrating empathy and clarity in all professional interactions
Experience maintaining detailed clinical documentation and case files in compliance with ethical and legal standards
Ability to create and execute individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices
Comfort working in a remote setting, leveraging digital tools for communication and collaboration
Collaborative mindset and adaptability in a fast-evolving, tech-enabled therapeutic environment
2+ years experience

Job Responsibility

Encourage clients and their families to develop practical skills and strategies to address conflicts and life challenges constructively
Conduct insightful interviews and ask targeted questions to help clients identify, express, and understand their feelings and behaviors
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans tailored to address family dynamics, behavioral patterns, and personal growth
Maintain meticulous case files, including progress notes, evaluations, activities, and well-founded recommendations
Provide guidance on issues such as unsatisfactory relationships, separation and divorce, parenting, home management, and financial stressors
Train and refine AI tools by inputting your professional insights and feedback, contributing to the advancement of mental health technologies
Engage in regular communication with colleagues and leadership, ensuring clarity and collaboration within a remote environment

Fulltime

Music Therapist

As a Recreation Therapist, you'll improve patient well-being by designing therap...

Location

United States , Council Bluffs

Salary:

25.42 - 37.82 USD / Hour

American Nursing Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors Other in Therapeutic/Music Recreation/emphasis in Therapeutic/Music Recreation, upon hire
Bachelors Other similar bachelor’s degree i.e. music therapy, upon hire
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Job Responsibility

Assesses patients upon admission by administering a recreational therapy assessment
Formulates and implements Recreational Therapy Treatment programs according to individual patient needs
Provides treatment plans to include goals, objectives which are measurable
Provides Recreational Therapy/ Music Therapy activities that Assist the patient in dealing with Trauma difficulties and teaches patients positive coping techniques
Assists patients through a trauma informed care atmosphere in the development of individuality and appropriate methods of self-expression through promoting an environment in which the patient can problem-solve and test out new behaviors
Assists the patients in acknowledging and accepting responsibility for psychological and behavioral patterns through providing feedback and positive reinforcement, consistently applying program rights and regulations, behavior modification program and communicating in an appropriate manner with the patients
Provides appropriate emergency care and maintains a safe environment
Maintains a secure environment and acts as a resource for emergency situations
Provides trauma informed care and supervision to patients needing physical restraints or seclusion

What we offer

Sign on bonus: $2,500
medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans
life insurance
paid time off
tuition reimbursement
retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings

Fulltime

Behavioral health expressive therapist

The University of Kansas Health System

Location:
United States , Overland Park

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Requirements:

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Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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