Music Therapist

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy - Required
• Credentials must be maintained under American Music Therapy Association Music Therapy Board Certified preferred
• Experience with working with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement music programs with creativity and initiative

Responsibilities

Provides therapy through music for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

• Responsible for developing structured music therapy sessions and implementing therapeutic goals in a musical setting
• Develop, maintain, and implement a planned program of Music Therapy, including special events
• Order and maintain an active inventory of equipment
• Provide initial, periodic, and annual evaluations for residents in therapy and/or not currently receiving music therapy
• Ensure the safety of the individuals is maintained at all times
• Attend or conduct in-services as required
• Develop music activities to improve social, cognitive, communication, and motor skills
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation with accuracy and completeness
• Aid in the revision of departmental policies and procedures as needed
• Participate in individual development plan meetings involved in music therapy
• Train other staff in the carryover of goal plans and musical activities
• Assist with resident activities of daily living (ADL) needs when necessary
• Implement and document Behavior Support Programs of residents

Qualifications

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our team in Pittsburgh-Crafton area.

Pay $21/hr Monday to Friday 8:00-4:30

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
• Retail retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

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Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!