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HospiceCare in the Berkshires Pediatrics Complementary Therapy in Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Description - Full time position in pediatric palliative care working in complementary therapy. - Collaborates with the PPC/HCIB Interdisciplinary team, identified patient and family to develop the plan of care that reflects customized therapeutic and psychotherapy goals. - Serves as a consultant on the PPC and HCIB Interdisciplinary teams regarding therapy and Psychotherapy techniques. - Provides psychoeducation regarding age-appropriate needs and responses - Assists the PPC Program Coordinator and Bereavement Coordinator in development, implementation and coordination of pediatric bereavement as it relates to therapy practices. - Participate in PPC/HCIB Interdisciplinary Team Meetings (IDT). - Provide direct service to hospice or pediatric palliative care patient/families in homes and places they deem home. - Conduct assessments and provide interventions that meet individual needs. - Consult with referring team to assess needs and prioritize referrals. - Maintain and complete required charting, records, and reports. - Participate in team meetings as requested. - Continual program development and evaluation of therapeutic services - Assist with orientation of new employees and volunteers and continue to educate staff and therapy volunteers. - Assess therapeutic equipment including inventory, maintenance and use of equipment. - Assist with memorial service upon request. - Be flexible in meeting patient/family needs that require evenings and weekends. - Participate in agency committees and functions as requested and appropriate. - Develops and maintains clinical records for all referred patients, documenting patient reactions, progress, or other outcomes related to care plan goals. - Completes documentation after each Point of Service, in a timely manner that meets the quality of care, accuracy, and communication standards of the agency. - Assists patient/family in identifying concerns, preparing for difficult events/decisions, and seeks resources as necessary to advocate for patient/family needs. - Coordinates care with patient/family and community providers. - Assists in the development of program events that promote inclusivity, connection, and joyfulness. - Anticipates, initiates, and responds collaboratively to provide developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions for patient/family. - Recognizes, addresses, and utilizes art therapy to facilitate self-expression, connection, relaxation, mastery and coping. - Provides diverse art materials appropriate for individual needs, objectives, and preferred forms of artistic expression. - Ensures art materials are high-quality, age-appropriate, and adequately stocked. - Participates in professional development to keep abreast of the latest developments in the field of art therapy as well as palliative and end of life care. - Other duties as assigned. View or apply for open positions at HospiceCare in the Berkshires{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}.