Job Description
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Our Pediatric Dance/Movement Therapy Program offers a creative and therapeutic environment for children to engage in expressive movement and dance. Through movement, children will develop physical, emotional, social, and cognitive skills that promote overall well-being.
The program combines dance techniques with therapeutic practices to assist children in overcoming challenges such as emotional difficulties, developmental delays, trauma, and disabilities.
Position Summary:
The therapist will be responsible for developing and facilitating individualized and group dance/movement therapy sessions for children. The role involves working closely with children, families, and other professionals to address developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs, helping each child reach their full potential through the medium of movement.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement individualized and group dance/movement therapy programs tailored to the developmental and emotional needs of children.
• Assess children’s physical, emotional, and cognitive needs to inform treatment planning and therapeutic interventions.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and creative environment where children feel free to express themselves through movement.
• Work collaboratively with families, teachers, and other healthcare professionals to track progress and provide integrated care.
• Monitor and document each child’s progress, adjusting therapeutic approaches as needed.
• Provide education and resources to families regarding the benefits of dance/movement therapy and how they can support their child's development at home.
• Lead individual and group sessions that include elements of creative dance, improvisation, and structured movement exercises.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines in all professional interactions and documentation.
Qualifications
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree required Master's Degree preferred
Experience:
Minimum Preferred 1 year Experience as a Dance Movement Therapist
Licenses and Certifications:
Registered or Board-Certified Dance Movement Therapist R-DMT or BC-DMT required
Pediatrics Life Support (PALS) required
Req ID : 8035
Working Title : Dance Movement Therapist - Pediatrics - 8-Hour - Per Diem - Days
Department : Child Life Services
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Administrative
Job Specialty : Administrative
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $18.00 - $100.00
Our compensation philosophy
We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Pay Transparency Non Discrimination Provision (PDF) (opens in new window)
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