Music Therapist

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized music therapy programs based on each person's Person-Centered Individual Service Plan (PCISP).
• Foster positive relationships with individuals, families, and staff.
• Attend case conferences, staff meetings, and professional development activities as required.
• Abside by the most current American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
• Plan and lead goal-oriented music therapy sessions that are developmentally appropriate.
• Facilitate active participation in music therapy sessions, offering choices and encouraging individuals to use their existing skills.
• Evaluate and document the progress of individuals served, maintaining thorough records.
• Utilize the billing system for service billing and documenting progress notes.
• Inventory and maintain supplies, equipment, and instruments necessary for music therapy sessions.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy or a related field.
• Certification from the Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) is required. Certification may be obtained within six months of hire.
• Prior experience working with a provider of Medicaid Waiver services in Indiana is preferred.
• Willingness to work after normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, if necessary.
• Knowledge and skills in mental illness symptomatology, appropriate music therapy interventions, and rehabilitation/habilitative principles.
• Must be of unquestionable character, as determined by driving records, police checks, drug screenings, and personal references.