Music Therapist Must be Board Certified

At the Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA) , we believe that end-of-life care is about celebrating life, fostering connection, and providing comfort when it matters most. As a Music Therapist , you won't just be delivering a service—you will be using your unique clinical and musical gifts to create moments of profound peace, symptom relief, and emotional connection for hospice patients and their families. For nearly 100 years, the Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA) has been a trusted pioneer in hospice care, helping our neighbors age with dignity and independence. Our mission-driven work spans 16 counties across North Texas—including Collin, Dallas, Denton, Kaufman, and Tarrant to rural communities in Fannin and Navarro—ensuring no one faces life's transitions alone. As a non-profit, we prioritize people over profits, treating every patient like family and maintaining a gold standard of clinical excellence. Beyond hospice, our community roots run deep through programs like Meals on Wheels. We offer a competitive salary with mileage reimbursement and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and short- and long-term disability coverage. Employees also receive a 401(k) with a 6% company match and two-year vesting, generous PTO with six paid holidays and flexible days, professional development and education reimbursement opportunities, and the support of a mission-driven work environment. Job Summary Working as a core member of our interdisciplinary hospice team, you will meet patients right where they are—in their homes or care facilities—tailoring music therapy interventions to help alleviate pain, ease anxiety, encourage self-expression, and bring dignity to their journey. How You'll Make an Impact Design Personalized Care: Conduct individualized assessments and create custom treatment plans focused on easing physical symptoms, encouraging emotional expression, and supporting psychological well-being. Deliver Meaningful Interventions: Direct instrumental, vocal, guided imagery, and relaxation techniques that engage patients and involve family members in comforting, therapeutic experiences. Collaborate as an Interdisciplinary Teammate: Partner closely with physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains in IDT case conferences to weave music therapy seamlessly into the broader plan of care. Observe & Elevate Patient Care: Analyze patient responses to therapeutic music experiences, continuously refining your approach to maximize comfort and relief. Mentor & Lead: Guide and supervise care team interns, students, and volunteers who are passionate about the healing power of music therapy. What We’re Looking For Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited program and current Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) credential required. Clinical Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of professional music therapy experience required, with a strong preference for hospice, palliative care, or home health environments. Autonomous & Self-Directed: Exceptional problem-solving skills, strong time management, and the ability to work independently in the field. Warm Customer Service & Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to build quick, trusting connections with patients, families, and healthcare professionals If you are driven by deep empathy and ready to use your musical talents to bring comfort home, we would love to welcome you to our team. The Visiting Nurse Association of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Visiting Nurse Association of Texas