Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist-SR 29 (BHS 2)

Initial Posting Date:

09/24/2024

Application Deadline:

10/13/2024

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$5,747 - $8,416

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist-SR 29 (BHS 2)

Job Description:

We are looking for a Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (BC-DMT) to join our Creative Arts and Recreation Therapies Department at the Oregon State Hospital in Salem, Oregon.

What will you do!

The purpose of this position is to leverage advanced clinical knowledge and expertise to deliver specialized treatment services through evidence-based and discipline-specific psychotherapeutic and psychoeducational interventions for both groups and individuals. The role includes participating and collaborating in Interdisciplinary Treatment (IDT), Leadership meetings and treatment care planning, encompassing clinical formulation and assessments leading to the mental health diagnoses of patients.

The Dance/Movement Therapist (BC-DMT) provides individualized treatment to patients within our Treatment Services Department. The Treatment Services Department at the Oregon State Hospital utilizes a treatment mall model to deliver individualized treatment to every patient. Clinicians are available from the following specialist disciplines: Art, Dance/Movement, Music, and Recreation Therapies, Native Services, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Spiritual Care, Supported Education, and Vocational Rehabilitation. Treatment Services is the facilitator and coordinator of active treatment and structured activities in the environment that meets the patient’s needs.

The purpose of this position is to provide advanced clinical knowledge and expertise to develop and provide specialized treatment services that focus on leading evidence-based and advanced Dance or Movement Therapy psychotherapeutic and psychoeducational treatment for both groups and individuals. This position will participate and collaborate in Interdisciplinary Treatment (IDT) meetings and treatment care planning, which includes the clinical formulation and assessments leading to the mental health diagnoses of patients.

• Observe and document patient response to interventions and modify interventions as needed.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to help develop individualized and discipline specific psychotherapeutic and behavioral interventions for patients through the use of Dance or Movement Therapy.
• Work is conducted independently but regularly reviewed to ensure treatments are done in accordance with regulations and evidence-based practices.
• Apply specialized and advanced clinical Dance or Movement Therapy-specific knowledge to complete comprehensive assessments, collaborate with the IDT in clinical formulation and develop patient plans and behavioral health interventions to shape behavior.
• Provide specialized and advanced discipline specific therapy. Develops evidence-based programming in consideration of resident needs.
• Provide guidance to staff individually and/or in multi-disciplinary teams.

The BC-DMT completes clinical assessments, develops clinical interventions to meet individualized persons served treatment needs, creates program and treatment goals, and provides rehabilitation-focused clinical services to persons served. 

Skills and Expertise:

• Advanced clinical knowledge, training, and specialized expertise in one of the following disciplines: art therapy, dance/movement therapy, music therapy, or recreation therapy.
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored therapeutic interventions.
• Strong documentation skills and the ability to adapt interventions based on patient responses.
• Collaborative skills for effective participation in IDT/Leadership meetings and treatment planning.
• Leadership abilities to guide staff and supervise students and interns.
• Passion for serving people with severe mental health challenges.
• Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear, concise, and complete manner.
• Ability to multitask and stay focused on work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build/sustain positive working relationships with management and staff.
• Value cultural diversity; demonstrate cultural sensitivity and humility.
• Clinical flexibility.

Minimum Qualifications:

Dance/Movement Therapist- Completion of a master’s degree in dance/Movement Therapy, fully credentialed Board Certified -Dance Movement Therapist (BC-DMT), QMHP, and 2 years of related experience.

What's in it for you?

• Autonomy and ability to maximize your clinical strengths.
• Opportunities to pursue clinical skills development and interests.
• Opportunities to build strong, working relationships with professionals from multiple disciplines.
• Satisfaction in making a positive difference in the lives of patients.
• OSH qualifies as an eligible employer involving Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.

*This is a full-time, permanent, SEIU represented position.

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law.

How to apply:

• Complete the online application
• Attach a Cover Letter - Required
• Attach a Resume - Required

Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment.  For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Projecthomepage.

Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, please call Melissa Perez, SPHR.  Voice: [503-209-7058] (TTY 711) 

Email: melissa.m.perez@oha.oregon.gov

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• The salary listed is at the non-PERS rate. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) eligible employees will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay the 6% employee contribution to PERS. If you are not yet PERS eligible, the 6.95% pay increase and employee contribution will be effective upon PERS eligibility.
• Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources.
• Visa Sponsorship: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.  OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
• Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Pre-employment Drug Test: Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test; this includes marijuana due the use of federal funds within Oregon State Hospital.
• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

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Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. We determine salary by reviewing your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. For further information, please visit thePay Equity Project homepage. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, click here.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.