Music Therapist

Requirements

• 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

• Not specified

Skills

• Not specified

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 the role

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

Pay

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

Schedule

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

Mercakey 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.