Staff Art Therapist (71101)

About Pratt

Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:

• Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers,
• Socially responsible and equity-centered creatives,
• Adaptable and resilient global stewards,
• Inquisitive and compassionate community members.

Description

Pratt Institute seeks a dedicated and experienced Staff Art Therapist to join our Counseling Center. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate clinician with a passion for integrating art-making into the therapeutic process. This role is crucial for supporting the mental health needs of our diverse student population while also elevating the presence of art therapy on campus and in the broader Brooklyn community. This position reports to the Director of Counseling.

Examples of Duties

• Clinical Services 40%: Provide individual and group art therapy sessions to Pratt Institute students, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity issues.
• Supervision 25 %: Offer clinical supervision to three master's level art therapy interns, guiding their professional development and ensuring high-quality, ethical care. This includes regular one-on-one meetings and case consultations.
• Community Engagement 10%: Actively participate in community outreach initiatives to increase the visibility and understanding of art therapy. This may involve collaborating with other campus departments, leading workshops, and representing the Counseling Center at community events.
• Program Development 10%: Contribute to the development and implementation of new art therapy programs and workshops that address the specific needs of the Pratt student body.
• Administrative Duties 15%: Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, participate in regular staff meetings, and contribute to the overall functioning of the Counseling Center.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree in Art Therapy from an accredited program.
• Board Certification (ATR-BC) from the Art Therapy Credentials Board.
• Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) or equivalent licensure in New York State.
• A minimum of three years of post-graduate clinical experience.
• Experience providing clinical supervision to master's level students or new professionals.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a university or college counseling center setting.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Experience with a diverse range of therapeutic modalities.

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter. If you are moved forward in the interview process professional references will be requested.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA
• Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
• Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
• Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
• Disability (NYS)
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)