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46 people are interested
Art Therapy Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: National Jewish Health
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46 people are interested
To observe and, under the guidance of the Art Therapist, assist patients in the therapeutic process within the scope of the Pediatric Behavioral Health department. To support trained staff in providing therapeutic and recreational services to National Jewish Health pediatric patients and their parents.
- Help run open art groups for pediatric patients including providing art activities.
- Assist professional staff with creative art therapy programs.
- Work on Creative Art Therapy children's programs for individuals and groups.
- Understand the basic stages of development for all age ranges.
- Use sensitive communication techniques to help meet pediatric patients' special needs.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
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About National Jewish Health
Location:
1400 Jackson St., Denver, CO 80206, US
Mission Statement
Our mission since 1899 is to heal, to discover, and to educate as a preeminent healthcare institution. We serve by providing the best integrated and innovative care for patients and their families; by understanding and finding cures for the diseases we research; and by educating and training the next generation of healthcare professionals to be leaders in medicine and science.
Description
Since 1998, National Jewish Health has been ranked the #1 respiratory hospital in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. In the forefront of a new era in medicine, National Jewish's number one priority continues to be our patients through clinical care and research done on their behalf. Besides respiratory diseases, we also treat and research cancer, HIV, cardiology, etc. We treat adults and children.
For 110 years, volunteers have been a key component for our institution, providing ongoing and dedicated support and assistance to our staff, the patients we serve and their families. No matter what the volunteer role, volunteers are a valuable resource and their time is truly appreciated. The essence of volunteerism is the spirit of services to others. Our goal is to continue to serve patients while providing the volunteer with a challenging and satisfying experience.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1400 Jackson St., G118Denver, CO 80206
DATE POSTED
June 18, 2020
SKILLS
- Child Care
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 22