MUSIC THERAPIST (CERT)

Music Therapist

Talbott Recovery is currently looking for a Music Therapist. At Talbott Recovery we focus on patient-centered care and a personal individualized approach, upholding a high standard of innovative treatment and compassionate attention to each individual patient's needs. Our integrated program addresses the needs of the whole personmind, body, and spirit. Our system of care is personalized and we are committed to providing and promoting evidence-based treatment for individuals with co-occurring disorders through clinical services, education, and research. Our purpose is to create lifetime relationships for long-term recovery.

Benefits for Music Therapist include:

• Caring, challenging, and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401K with matching funds
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries

What do our current therapists like about working at Talbott Recovery?

• Team collaboration
• Watching the patient growth and development
• Beautiful modern campus
• Highly talented clinical team
• Diverse clientele

Position Summary

The Music Therapist is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating music therapy services to support the emotional, cognitive, physical, and social needs of individuals or groups. This role uses evidence-based music therapy interventions to promote therapeutic outcomes while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and maintaining appropriate clinical documentation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess clients' needs, strengths, and therapeutic goals through observation, interviews, and standardized tools
• Facilitate music therapy sessions using techniques such as singing, instrument play, music listening, songwriting, and movement
• Document therapy sessions, progress notes, evaluations, and treatment plans in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including healthcare providers, educators, counselors, and family members
• Monitor client progress and modify interventions as needed
• Maintain therapeutic instruments and materials in safe, working condition
• Uphold ethical standards and professional boundaries as defined by relevant credentialing bodies
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities
• Educate staff, families, and caregivers on the benefits and appropriate use of music therapy interventions

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Music Therapy from an accredited program
• Board Certification as a Music Therapist (MT-BC) or eligibility to sit for the certification exam
• Strong musical proficiency (voice, guitar, piano, or percussion preferred)
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Master's degree in Music Therapy or related field
• Previous experience in a healthcare, educational, behavioral health, or community setting
• Experience working with specific populations (e.g., children, older adults, individuals with disabilities, mental health clients)
• Familiarity with electronic health records or clinical documentation systems

Physical and Mental Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, and move for extended periods during sessions
• Ability to transport and use musical instruments
• Emotional resilience when working with clients experiencing illness, trauma, or developmental challenges

Work Environment

• Clinical, educational, residential, or community-based setting

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.