Art Therapists

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Job Outlook:
None
Education: Bachelor's degree
Salary
High: $111,800.00
Average: $71,860.00
Hourly
Average: $34.55

What they do:

Plan or conduct art therapy sessions or programs to improve clients' physical, cognitive, or emotional well-being.

On the job, you would:

  • Observe and document client reactions, progress, or other outcomes related to art therapy.
  • Design art therapy sessions or programs to meet client's goals or objectives.
  • Conduct art therapy sessions, providing guided self-expression experiences to help clients recover from, or cope with, cognitive, emotional, or physical impairments.

Personality

A3 Your Strengths Importance

Characteristics of this Career

100% Concern for Others  -  Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
99% Integrity  -  Job requires being honest and ethical.
95% Dependability  -  Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
95% Self-Control  -  Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
94% Stress Tolerance  -  Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
92% Social Orientation  -  Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
90% Adaptability/Flexibility  -  Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
88% Cooperation  -  Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
86% Initiative  -  Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
84% Persistence  -  Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
83% Innovation  -  Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
80% Independence  -  Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
79% Attention to Detail  -  Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
77% Analytical Thinking  -  Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
74% Leadership  -  Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
70% Achievement/Effort  -  Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
A3 Your Strengths Importance

Strengths

100% Social  -  Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
95% Artistic  -  Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
A3 Your Strengths Importance

Values of the Work Environment

100% Relationships  -  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
78% Achievement  -  Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
72% Independence  -  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
58% Working Conditions  -  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
56% Recognition  -  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Aptitude

A3 Your Strengths Importance

Abilities | Cognitive, Physical, Personality

75% Oral Comprehension  -  The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
75% Written Comprehension  -  The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
75% Oral Expression  -  The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
75% Problem Sensitivity  -  The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
75% Near Vision  -  The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
75% Speech Clarity  -  The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
72% Written Expression  -  The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
72% Deductive Reasoning  -  The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
72% Inductive Reasoning  -  The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
72% Speech Recognition  -  The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
69% Fluency of Ideas  -  The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
56% Originality  -  The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
53% Selective Attention  -  The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
53% Category Flexibility  -  The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
A3 Your Strengths Importance

Skills | Cognitive, Physical, Personality

70% Social Perceptiveness  -  Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
59% Speaking  -  Talking to others to convey information effectively.
59% Service Orientation  -  Actively looking for ways to help people.
57% Active Listening  -  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
57% Writing  -  Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
57% Monitoring  -  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
57% Reading Comprehension  -  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
57% Critical Thinking  -  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
55% Judgment and Decision Making  -  Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
55% Active Learning  -  Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
55% Learning Strategies  -  Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
54% Complex Problem Solving  -  Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Job Details

Responsibilities
Analyze quantitative data to determine effectiveness of treatments or therapies.
Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Evaluate patient outcomes to determine effectiveness of treatments.
Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Communicate test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Treat patients using psychological therapies.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
Establish treatment goals.
Evaluate patient outcomes to determine effectiveness of treatments.
Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
Record patient medical histories.
Interact with patients to build rapport or provide emotional support.
Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.
Communicate health and wellness information to the public.
Gather medical information from patient histories.
Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
Order medical supplies or equipment.
Maintain medical or professional knowledge.
Select medical equipment for addressing patient needs.
Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
Supervise patient care personnel.
Train caregivers or other non-medical personnel.
A3 Your Strengths Importance

Attributes & Percentage of Time Spent

99% Face-to-Face Discussions  -  How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
94% Indoors, Environmentally Controlled  -  How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
93% Electronic Mail  -  How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
90% Contact With Others  -  How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
86% Structured versus Unstructured Work  -  To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
86% Freedom to Make Decisions  -  How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
85% Telephone  -  How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
81% Work With Work Group or Team  -  How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
77% Physical Proximity  -  To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
76% Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People  -  How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
73% Spend Time Sitting  -  How much does this job require sitting?
67% Letters and Memos  -  How often does the job require written letters and memos?
67% Frequency of Decision Making  -  How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
67% Time Pressure  -  How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
65% Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls  -  How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
63% Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results  -  What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?
61% Frequency of Conflict Situations  -  How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
55% Coordinate or Lead Others  -  How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
55% Deal With External Customers  -  How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
52% Importance of Being Exact or Accurate  -  How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
52% Level of Competition  -  To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
52% Responsible for Others' Health and Safety  -  How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
53% Duration of Typical Work Week  -  Number of hours typically worked in one week.
A3 Your Strengths Importance

Tasks & Values

96% Thinking Creatively  -  Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
93% Assisting and Caring for Others  -  Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
87% Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates  -  Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
86% Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships  -  Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
86% Documenting/Recording Information  -  Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
82% Getting Information  -  Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
80% Making Decisions and Solving Problems  -  Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
79% Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events  -  Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
77% Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work  -  Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
76% Coaching and Developing Others  -  Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
76% Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others  -  Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
76% Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge  -  Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
75% Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others  -  Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
75% Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings  -  Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
74% Developing Objectives and Strategies  -  Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
70% Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards  -  Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
68% Scheduling Work and Activities  -  Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
64% Performing for or Working Directly with the Public  -  Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
64% Performing Administrative Activities  -  Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
63% Communicating with People Outside the Organization  -  Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
63% Developing and Building Teams  -  Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
61% Processing Information  -  Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
61% Training and Teaching Others  -  Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
60% Analyzing Data or Information  -  Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
60% Providing Consultation and Advice to Others  -  Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
59% Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People  -  Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
58% Working with Computers  -  Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
57% Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates  -  Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
53% Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others  -  Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Getting Started

Education:
91%
Master's Degree
6%
Post-Master's Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Master's degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees at the doctoral level.

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