Art Therapist
About the role
At UNC Health Blue Ridge, we live our mission by enhancing the lives of every patient and resident we serve. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to provide an environment where they can thrive. You’ll Love Working With Us because we are a teaching hospital, we work together to ensure our patients receive outstanding, holistic care, your expertise and ideas are valued, your health and well‑being matter, and much more. “I love working at UNC Health Blue Ridge because I know I am seen and valued. I know this is where I belong and that allows me to give my very best to my patients and their families.”
The position is located in a community with abundant recreational activities, excellent public schools, high‑quality health care, lower cost of living, moderate climate, proximity to scenic attractions, higher education facilities nearby, and a short drive to key cities such as Asheville, Charlotte, and Winston‑Salem.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic art interventions for patients ages 18 and older experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, and behavioral challenges.
- Help patients develop emotional regulation, insight, communication skills, and coping strategies within a structured, trauma‑informed hospital environment.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to support individualized treatment and recovery.