Music Therapist

Job Description

POSITION

Music Therapist

POSITION PURPOSE

The Music Therapist will provide services for The Child and Family Therapy Center of Denver. Sessions will take place in the client’s home and at our offices and may also take place via telehealth. The Music Therapist will be responsible for providing music therapeutic treatment services in a professional and qualified manner. The Music Therapist shall be responsible for maintaining all required licensure, education and supervision required

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides individual and group music therapy to clients.
• Schedules patient assessments and therapeutic sessions.
• Evaluates patient capabilities and develops a treatment plan of musical activities adapted to the needs, interests, abilities and medical history of patients.
• Administers established professional treatment procedures; teaches and guides patients utilizing the treatment activities of the field of music therapy.
• Establishes therapeutic goals for individuals and plans programs to meet these goals.
• Periodically evaluates patient's progress toward established goals.
• Maintains clinical notes and records.
• Coordinates the music therapy program with other services such as clinical, psychological and social service in order to accomplish overall therapeutic goals.
• Conducts prescribed therapy projects involving special instruction in vocal and instrumental music.
• Facilitates music therapy groups for patients and their families.
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy (or related degree) with a concentration or special interest in mental, emotional, and behavioral health of children.
• Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) designation.
• One (1) year experience providing music therapeutic treatment services to children.
• Active driver’s license
• Evening availability
• Experience working with clients with terminal or chronic illnesses and/or developmental disabilities.
• Ability to write reports identifying patient goals, outcomes and interventions.
  
  

Strengths & Skills

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to write reports identifying patient goals, outcomes and interventions.
• Strong organizational skills to balance productivity needs and required paperwork.
• Ability to travel and see clients in their home.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow relevant office procedures surrounding HIPAA.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet the physical demands of working with clients of all ages, including infants, children, adolescents, and adults.
• Ability to move and position self to provide music therapy to all clients including clients in hospital beds and in wheelchairs.
• Ability to transport, move, and position objects up to 25lbs, including instruments.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
  
  

SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday; x2 days 9-5p; x2 days 10-6p and x1 day 11a - 7p

LOCATION

3900 South Wadsworth Blvd, Suite 225 Lakewood, Colorado 80235

Compensation

• Training Period – first 30 hours of employment (training/shadowing) - $500
• On-going rate (following- training period): $20.60 per hour for 40 hours per week (approximately $42,848 per year) + $5,000 sign-on bonus paid our at 1, 3, and 6 months