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Expressive Arts Therapist - Full Time

Pembroke, MA · On-site

$5K/mo

Responsibilities Expressive Arts / Activity Therapist Opportunity - Inpatient Behavioral Health Pembroke Hospital is hiring for an Activity Therapist to join the team! This is full time, 40 hour per ...

Acadia Healthcare

Expressive Arts Therapist

Dartmouth, MA · On-site

$33 - $36/hr

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 ...

UHS

Expressive Arts Therapist

Fort Washington, PA · On-site

Responsibilities Full-Time Creative Arts Therapist Opportunity Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital has been providing psychiatric services to the Philadelphia area for more than 40 years. Located in Fort ...

HospiceMidland

Expresive Arts Assistant

Midland, TX · On-site

The Expressive Arts Assistant is responsible for supporting the Rays of Hope Director in the ongoing operation of the ROH program. This is a non-exempt position. Essential Job Functions ...

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How much do expressive arts jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for expressive arts in the United States is $27.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $32.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Expressive Arts Therapist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Expressive Arts Therapist, you need a background in psychology or counseling, specialized training in expressive arts therapies, and often a relevant certification or licensure. Familiarity with creative modalities such as art, music, drama, and movement therapies, as well as documentation and assessment tools, is important. Strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to build trust help therapists connect with clients and facilitate healing. These skills and qualities are vital for supporting client growth and providing effective, holistic therapeutic interventions.

How does an Expressive Arts Therapist typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals in a clinical setting?

Expressive Arts Therapists often work closely with a multidisciplinary team that may include psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, and medical doctors. Collaboration usually involves regular meetings to discuss client progress, share observations, and coordinate care plans to ensure a holistic approach to treatment. Effective communication is key, as the therapist may need to advocate for the value of arts-based interventions and integrate them with other therapeutic modalities. This collaborative environment allows for comprehensive support of clients' emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being.

What are expressive arts?

Expressive arts refer to a range of creative practices, such as visual arts, music, dance, drama, and writing, used for personal growth, healing, and self-expression. In therapeutic or educational settings, expressive arts professionals help clients explore emotions, improve well-being, and develop coping skills through artistic activities. This approach values the creative process over the final product and is accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds.

What is the difference between Expressive Arts vs Art Therapist?

AspectExpressive ArtsArt Therapist
CredentialsVaries; often includes arts training, certifications in specific art formsMaster's degree in art therapy or related field, licensure often required
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, schools, workshops, therapy settingsHospitals, clinics, mental health facilities, schools
Industry UsageBroadly used in education, therapy, community programsPrimarily in mental health and clinical therapy
Search & Comparison IntentPeople exploring creative therapy options or arts-based programsIndividuals seeking mental health support through art therapy

While both roles involve using art for expression and healing, Expressive Arts practitioners focus on a broad range of creative activities and community engagement, whereas Art Therapists are licensed professionals providing clinical mental health treatment through art-based methods.

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Expressive Arts Therapist - Full Time

Expressive Arts Therapist - Full Time

UHS

Pembroke, MA • On-site

$5K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Universal Health Services rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 247 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

485th of 870 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Responsibilities
Expressive Arts / Activity Therapist Opportunity - Inpatient Behavioral Health
Pembroke Hospital is hiring for an Activity Therapist to join the team! This is full time, 40 hour per week position. This position requires working one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday) per week. The schedule for this position is typically Tuesday - Saturday or Sunday - Thursday.
Pembroke Hospital is a 120-bed acute care, inpatient behavioral health facility located south of Boston, in Pembroke, MA. Situated on 26 acres, we offer inpatient and partial hospitalization treatment to teens, adults and older adults, and our services are designed to assess, stabilize, and treat patients by addressing their primary symptoms and problems. At Pembroke Hospital, all positions begin and end with caring for the Patient. By Listening Deeply and Understanding the Story of our Patients, we will Make a Difference in the Lives we Touch.
Website: https://www.pembrokehospital.com/
The Activity Therapist is an important member of the Pembroke Hospital's inpatient multidisciplinary treatment team. The Activity Therapist provides expressive arts therapy, psychoeducational groups, and recreational activities on Pembroke Hospital's inpatient psychiatric units.
Benefit Highlights
  • Student Loan Repayment - $200 per month
  • Tuition Reimbursement - $5,000 per year
  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
  • Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
  • Further your education at a low cost through our Tuition Discount partnership with Chamberlin University
  • More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
Responsibilities
  • Perform initial activity therapy assessment to develop appropriate treatment goals
  • Facilitate groups on the inpatient psychiatric units
  • Complete group documentation and communicate with other members of the treatment team via treatment planning and team meetings
  • Provide education to Mental Health Associates through both formal and informal means to ensure effective and appropriate therapeutic group facilitation
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.
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Qualifications
Requirements
  • Master's Degree in related field and working toward or has already obtained a certification in the fields of expressive, music, art, recreation, occupational, or physical therapy.
OR
  • Bachelor's degree in recreational or expressive therapy and one of the following certifications: Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS), Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC), Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), or other Certified Expressive Therapist modality
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

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