Music Therapist Per Diem

About the role

Per diem Music Therapist position in York, PA.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of the purpose, intent, and function of music therapy for various client populations.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of philosophical, psychological, physiological, and sociological bases for the use of music as therapy.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of the use of current technologies in music therapy assessment, treatment, and evaluation.
• Help patients restore and maintain mental health, increase comprehension abilities, improve physical abilities, and improve overall wellbeing.
• Instruct patients individually or in groups in prescribed instrumental or vocal music and music projective techniques such as guided imagery, progressive relaxation, or awareness of conscious feelings.
• Communicate assessment findings and recommendations in written and verbal forms.
• Observe and record accurately the client's responses to assessment.
• Select and implement effective culturally based methods for assessing the client's assets and problems through music.
• Identify the client's therapeutic needs through an analysis and interpretation of music therapy and related assessment data.
• Select or create music therapy experiences and settings that meet the needs of the client.
• Formulate goals and objectives for individuals and group therapy based upon assessment findings.
• Provide preliminary estimates of frequency and duration of treatment.
• Offer sensory stimulation that allows the client to use visual, auditory, or tactile cues.
• Promote relaxation and/or stress reduction in music therapy sessions.
• Utilize therapeutic verbal skills in music therapy sessions.
• Sequence and pace music experiences within a session according to the client's needs and situational factors.
• Conduct or facilitate group and individual music therapy with the use of improvisational skills.
• Create a physical environment (e.g., arrangement of space, furniture, equipment, and instruments) that is conducive to effective therapy.
• Develop and maintain a repertoire of music for age, culture, and cognitive differences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy (required).
• Master's Degree in Music Therapy (preferred).
• 2-4 years of related professional experience.
• Basic instrument-playing ability, moderate vocal skills, and considerable knowledge of music styles.
• Ability to develop and use a variety of musical applications to coordinate a treatment plan.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career.