DIR - Recreation/Activity Ther

Responsibilities Director of Music, Art & Recreation Therapies (M. A. R.

T.) Valley Hospital is a 122-bed private psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and substance use treatment. Our approach is built on three core principles: outstanding care, compassionate people, and unparalleled service. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to providing effective, individualized treatment that supports recovery, wellness, and improved quality of life.

We combine evidence-based clinical practices with comprehensive behavioral health services to help our patients achieve meaningful and lasting progress. Valley Hospital is seeking an experienced and passionate Director of Music, Art & Recreation Therapies (M. A.

R. T.) to provide leadership and strategic direction for our therapeutic programming. The Director of M.

A. R. T. is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of music, art, recreation, and related therapeutic services throughout the hospital.

This leader will ensure programs meet the clinical needs of our patients while supporting the hospital’s overall goals for quality, safety, patient experience, and therapeutic engagement. We are looking for a collaborative and creative leader who is passionate about behavioral health and understands the important role therapeutic activities play in patient recovery. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, clinical judgment, organization, and the ability to build meaningful programs that engage patients and support positive outcomes.

Join Valley Hospital and help create therapeutic experiences that make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients we serve. Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree is preferred Related work experience 3-5 years Certification or Licensure - Art, Occupational, Recreation or Music Therapy A working knowledge of behavioral health management practices and clinical operations. An advanced knowledge of state and federal regulatory and various accreditation requirements related to behavioral health management. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities.

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