Expressive Therapist

CounselorFull-Time

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Job Description

Position Title Expressive Therapist Strawberry Hill Campus Position Summary / Career Interest: The Expressive Therapist, under the direction of the Clinical Manager, has the responsibility to provide primarily group therapy to patients. While this is an Expressive Therapy title, we are looking primarily for an ART THERAPIST.

The role of this position incudes the development, organization, coordination, and implementation of therapeutic activities in the Art Therapy field Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Acquires and maintains knowledge and competence related to the expectations of their position by participating in workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks. Accepts responsibility and accountability for achievement of optimal outcomes within their scope of practice.

Follows policies, procedures and standards; adheres to a professional code of ethics. Assumes responsibility for the risk and safety issues associated with the position. Assumes responsibility for continuity and quality of patient care and treatment.

Facilitates the implementation of the treatment plan utilizing appropriate treatment methodologies.

Schedules and completes group therapy daily. Monitors the patient’s progression toward treatment goals. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience High School Graduate Bachelors Degree in related expressive therapy filed (Music and Recreation Therapy) OR Master’s Degree in related expressive therapy field (Art and Drama Therapy) Master's Degree Preferred Licensure and Certification Specialized Certification, i. e. CTRS, MT-BC, ATR, RDT Knowledge

Requirements

Computer literate; working knowledge of all applicable software programs Ability to engage clients and families Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-54780 Important information for you to know as you apply: The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

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About The University of Kansas Health System As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis.

We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The Expressive Therapist is responsible for developing and implementing therapeutic activities, primarily focusing on art therapy group sessions. They monitor patient progression toward treatment goals and ensure the continuity and quality of patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a related expressive therapy field or a Master's degree in Art or Drama Therapy, with a Master's preferred. Specialized certification such as ATR, MT-BC, or CTRS is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningClinical CompetencyClient EngagementComputer Literacy

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Expressive Therapist at The University of Kansas Health System a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,885 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 32% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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