Music Therapist

Music Therapist

Responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of an ongoing program of musical activities designed to meet the interest and physical, mental, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

Essential Functions:

• Develops, administers and coordinates therapy programs in a variety of care settings; i.e. nursing homes, IPU and home settings.
• Implements music activities that facilitate non-musical goals (e.g., sensory stimulation, memory recall, positive failure, free experiences, socialization, etc.)
• Works as part of the Interdisciplinary Team in determining therapeutic objectives and goals.
• Provides input to appropriate staff regarding music therapy.
• Assists in recruiting, organizing and implementing programs utilizing students, interns and volunteers.
• Plans and performs group and one to one activities appropriate to the needs of each patient according to the plan of care.
• Provides entertainment at various activities and programs as needed.
• Keeps accurate and thorough documentation of activities.
• Keeps the Agency informed of event and/or activity changes.
• Assists with the growth and expansion of the music therapy program.
• Completes and submits all necessary requisitions for funds, volunteers, supplies, etc. for specific activities.
• Provides general guidance to volunteers and serves as a mentor to students and interns.
• Follows established safety and infection control policies and procedures and participates in all required in-service training.
• Serves on various committees as directed by supervisor.
• Adheres to organizational policies, procedures, Code of Conduct and all regulatory and legal requirements.
• Adheres to the C.A.R.E. Model of Service: courtesy, acknowledgment, response and empathy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Music Therapy from an accredited institution required; Masters Degree preferred.
• Current Music Therapist-Board Certified certification required or achieved within six (6) months of hire.
• Two to three years of experience in hospice or healthcare; hospice greatly preferred.
• Ability to seek out new methods to incorporate music therapy into patients plan of care.
• Must have a basic understanding of the elderly and aging process; experience with end-of-life care or death and dying preferred.
• Ability to make independent decisions and good communications skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order, if assigned to patients in community home environment.
• Proof of current tuberculin testing required. Patient contact will not be allowed until tuberculin clearance is documented.

The physical and sensory demands of the position include: vision, effective speech and hearing for extensive telephone contact; repetitive motion; traveling; driving or riding in motor vehicle; standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and stretching; lifting up to forty five (45) pounds unassisted and the ability to assist in lifting patients using appropriate lifting techniques and/or devices. Must have reliable transportation to be able to travel and maintain the rigors of a busy schedule. Frequently works variable hours/days; activities and workload may require extended days. Must be eligible to work in the United States.