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UNITED COMMUNITY CENTER

Art Therapist

Milwaukee, WI

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Essential/Primary Duties: * Assist counselors and clients in developing and implementing an art therapy plan/component to enhance treatment. * Encourage clients to ...

UNITED COMMUNITY CENTER

Art Therapist

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Essential/Primary Duties: * Assist counselors and clients in developing and implementing an art therapy plan/component to enhance treatment. * Encourage clients to ...

Intermountain Health

Art Therapist

Lehi, UT · On-site

$29.14 - $44.94/hr

Develop and provide appropriate art therapy interventions for patients and families. * Assist in managing and purchasing art therapy supplies and inventory. * Manage time and prioritize patient care ...

Brownhealth

Licensed Art Therapist

Madison, WI · On-site

... art therapy skills and interventions to assist patients in the resolution of personal and ... environmental problems attribute to mental or physical illness with the goal of restoring patients ...

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An Art Therapy Assistant supports licensed art therapists in facilitating creative activities that help clients express emotions, reduce stress, and improve mental well-being. They assist in preparing materials, guiding participants, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment. While they do not provide direct clinical therapy, they play a crucial role in the therapeutic process by encouraging artistic expression and organization. This role is commonly found in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, and community programs.

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To excel as an Art Therapy Assistant, you generally need a background in psychology, art, or a related field, along with experience supporting therapeutic or educational programs. Familiarity with basic art materials and adherence to healthcare privacy regulations, such as HIPAA, are often expected, and some employers may prefer candidates with first aid certification or relevant workshops. Excellent interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to communicate sensitively with diverse populations are essential soft skills. These qualities enable you to provide meaningful support to both art therapists and clients, ensuring a safe and nurturing therapeutic environment.

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As an Art Therapy Assistant, your daily tasks often include preparing art materials, assisting in setting up and cleaning therapy spaces, and supporting clients during group or individual sessions. You may help facilitate sessions under the supervision of a licensed art therapist, observe client participation, and contribute to documenting session outcomes. Collaboration with therapists, other assistants, and sometimes clinical staff is a key part of the role. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to make a positive impact, while also learning valuable skills in both the creative and therapeutic fields.
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Assistant Professor - Art Therapy - FT

Assistant Professor - Art Therapy - FT

Mount Mary University

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Art Therapy

Reports To: Art & Design Division Chair

Program: Art Therapy

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Cycle: 12 Months

Pay Months: July - June

Grant Funded: No

Position Summary:

Mount Mary University (MMU) invites applicants to apply for a position as an Assistant Professor of Art Therapy beginning in August 2026. This full-time appointment requires a 12-credit per semester teaching load.

Founded in 1913 by the School Sisters of Notre Dame, Mount Mary University lives out its mission today through providing an education that fosters the development of the whole person. In 2020, MMU became one of two colleges in Wisconsin to be federally designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. According to U.S. News and World Report, the university is also ranked as one of the two most diverse universities in the Midwest. We are a community of faculty who value relationships with our students and colleagues, and we are committed to a compassionate, inclusive, and effective undergraduate education deeply rooted in the principles of social justice.

We seek a candidate with expertise in art therapy pedagogy and a passion for working with art therapy majors and minors, as well as first-year students and students outside of the major. The successful applicant will collaborate with art therapy adjunct faculty as well as work in concert with administrators, other faculty, and support staff to promote retention-boosting efforts. We are especially interested in candidates who can teach across the art therapy curriculum, including both introductory and upper-level courses required for majors and minors.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Teach courses across the art therapy curriculum
  • Participate in developing, revising, and assessing program curriculum
  • Deliver course content in a variety of formats including in-person and hybrid
  • Provide service to the School of Arts & Sciences and the Mount Mary community
  • Engage in ongoing professional development through publication and presentation
  • Advise and mentor undergraduate students within the School of Arts & Sciences
  • Demonstrate an active, on-campus presence and commitment to living out Mount Mary University's values and mission

Qualifications:

  • A Ph.D. or Doctorate in Art Therapy, expressive therapies, or a closely related field (ABD considered if degree is conferred before start date)
  • Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and/or Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) credential
  • Experience teaching diverse learners using inclusive and trauma-informed practices
  • A demonstrated commitment to working with undergraduate students

Applicants should submit the following:

  • A Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
  • A cover letter addressing essential qualifications, teaching experience, plans for scholarship and professional development, and a teaching philosophy that incorporates commitment to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching

Additional materials required if selected for an on-campus interview:

  • Two or three letters of support from references that clearly communicate why the job applicant is an excellent candidate for the position
  • Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts
  • Teaching evaluations

Mount Mary University encourages applications from all qualified candidates and is vitally committed to all aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, and all will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, ethnicity, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other groups protected by law. Mount Mary University seeks to hire and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its mission, vision, and values.


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