Music Therapist

About the Role

Designs and provides music therapy to address patient physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs for individual and group sessions for both adult and pediatric populations, inpatient and outpatient services. Develops and implements individualized music therapy treatment programs based on patient populations and level of functioning. Participates in student learning and provides opportunities for students to observe and participate in music therapy activities. Provides a structured use of music or musical activities to influence changes in maladaptive conditions or behavior patterns, thereby assisting patients achieve therapeutic goals.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients' needs through musical responses, designs and implements individualized music therapy interventions, and evaluates progress within a therapeutic relationship.
• Uses music improvisation, receptive music listening, song writing, and other techniques to help patients achieve non-musical goals related to their well-being and improved outcomes.
• Develops and implements music therapy interventions tailored to patient needs and goals, using various musical elements and techniques.
• Conducts individual and group music therapy sessions, including playing instruments, singing, songwriting, and movement to music.
• Works with patients individually and in groups to assess therapy needs and develop appropriate activities, programs, and treatment processes based on patient goals, requests, and functioning levels.
• Assists in developing music therapy programming by presenting and implementing ideas as well as assisting with marketing and community outreach, when applicable.
• Documents treatment, evaluation, and patient progress as required by the department.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary treatment team to provide patient care.
• Works with and oversees students from Music Therapy programs.
• Provides recurring music group activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy. Completion of an approved Music Therapy Program from a college/university preferred.
• One (1) year of experience. Experience with children preferred.
• Certified Music Therapist (CMT), Registered Music Therapist (RMT), or Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC).

Skills

• Accomplished in voice and playing a musical instrument (piano/guitar); skilled in improvising, arranging, and conducting.
• Flexible with a wide range of musical activities preferred.
• Knowledge of various mental health and medical conditions preferred.

Schedule

Day shift