Music Therapist

Job Description

Provides comprehensive music therapy assessment and treatment interventions for pediatric patients, siblings, and families. Primary responsibilities include: conducting group and individual therapy; maintaining accurate and up-to-date charting, data, and statistics; maintaining supplies and organizing inventory, supporting community and donor relations, and supervising music therapy interns and volunteers.


DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals' donor-funded facility dog program is among its most powerful resources. Animal-assisted therapy provides measurable improvements in blood pressure and cardiovascular health, increased endorphin release, and many emotional and mental health benefits - including for families and staff.

What sets our facility dog program apart is its significant therapeutic value for our patients. These highly trained dogs are partnered with professional handlers - in our case credentialed child life specialists and music therapists - trained to help children and families navigate illness, injury, disability, trauma, or hospitalization. Handler and dog collaborate at the highest level to build therapeutic relationships with patients and meet each child's medical needs.

Responsibilities

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsibilities:
1. Assess needs of patients and families to develop individualized music therapy treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
2. Implement evidence-based music therapy interventions to address emotional, cognitive, social, and physical needs of patients and their families.
3. Document and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
4. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
5. Advocate for the benefits of music therapy within the hospital and the larger community.
6. Maintain professional knowledge through continuous education and participation in relevant workshops, conferences, and professional organizations.
7. Adhere to the ethical guidelines and standards of practice set forth by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) and other applicable regulations.
8. Demonstrate and maintain professional competence according to the American Music Therapy Association Professional Competencies.
9. Supervises volunteers and music therapy students.
10. Supports community partnerships, special projects, and music therapy program development.
11. Participate and assist in department-wide activities as needed.


OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PERSONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY

1. Conforms to required annual immunization/testing.
2. Observes policies on Universal Precautions.
3. Maintains current knowledge of all safety information pertinent to job functions and demonstrates adherence.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

1. Readily assists co-workers, displaying a positive attitude.
2. Complies with departmental dress requirements.
3. Supports UCSF and Patient Care Services mission and objectives.
4. Demonstrates responsibility for effect on other staff by:
   1. Respecting others' opinions and ideas.
   2. Maintaining harmonious and professional relationships with all co-workers.
   3. Maintaining emotional control in stressful situations.
   4. Utilizes sick leave appropriately.
   5. Assures that Manager is provided with appropriate backup coverage during any planned or unplanned absences.
   6. Assuring that the person providing backup coverage is fully informed of job duties and expectations during absence.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

• Demonstrates a caring and interested manner
  • Problem solves with customers
    • Creates an environment in which customers feel valued and respected
    • Promotes teamwork

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Requirements:
1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Music Therapy from an accredited program.
2. Board-certified Music Therapist (MT-BC)
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
4. Ability to adapt to various medical settings and work with diverse patient populations.
5. Strong musical skills and knowledge of a wide range of musical styles.

6. Three years of relevant experience with master's degree in music therapy or related field, or

7. Four years of relevant experience without master's degree in music therapy or related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Experience working with pediatric populations in a healthcare setting.


2. Experience in research and/or supervision.

About Us

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information


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