The purpose of positions in this classification is to plan, organize and facilitate medically prescribed music therapy activities for patients. Develops treatment plans with personalized goals and objectives for motor skills, social/interpersonal development, comfort, self-awareness, etc.. Travels to patient homes and performs music therapy care in accordance with accepted standards of practice.

•       Travels to patient homes and performs music therapy care in accordance with accepted standards of practice.  Assists in developing a treatment plan based on the evaluation with objective goals to be approved by the physician.  Implements treatment plan.  Observes, records, and reports the patient’s reaction to music therapy and changes in condition.  Revises the plan of treatment as appropriate.  Evaluates outcomes of care.
•       Instructs patients, family members of patients and other health personnel in phases of therapy with which they may work with patient.
•       Coordinates on-going care with the Hospice RN Case Managers and other clinical staff to ensure coordination of care.  Reports any concerns or issues.  Identifies any barriers to achievement of identified goals/outcomes and works in collaboration with the Hospice RN Case Manager and other patient care team members to assure coordination of care is provided to attain desired outcomes.
•       Contacts and consults with the physician and Home Care Clinical Manager and/or RN Case Manager regarding the plan of care.  Communicates significant changes in patient condition.  Provides regular updates on progress and recommends revision of plan care as relates to occupational therapy.
•       Documents visit notes, treatments, and plan.  Ensures visits are completed in a timely manner.  Follows-up to ensure notification and documentation of missed visits is provided in accordance with proper procedures in a timely manner.
•       Assists in the development and utilization of music therapy materials to educate staff, patients and families, and others regarding music therapy.
•       Attends and participates in mandatory meetings, in-services, and conferences.
•       Attends safety training sessions and ensures for compliance with safety rules and procedures.  Assists in ensuring for patient safety.  Identifies and notifies manager of potential safety hazards.  Reports any work-related accidents and injuries in a timely manner.  Complies with the procedures for documenting and submitting leave and light duty time.
•       Maintains and increases knowledge of the music therapy field.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Music with a music therapy emphasis from a program approved by the American Music Therapy Association required with two to three years progressively responsible music therapy experience. Current board certification (MT-BC) by certification board for music therapists (CBMT) required. Hospice experience preferred.

Requires travel throughout our hospice service area. https://homehealthunited.org/about/service-areas/

Apply at www.HomeHealthUnited.org

Living Melodies is looking for a creative music therapist with strong fundamental clinical skills to join our team of high-quality health care providers in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, and Washington counties. Part-time position available for 20-24 hours a week with potential to expand to full time by next fall. Benefits include paid time off available upon hire and health insurance contribution if position grows to 30+ hours/week. Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement also available.

Board certification required. Two or more years of experience in hospice and/or geriatric settings preferred. The ideal employee will be an independent worker who is flexible, confident, compassionate, patient, reliable, and organized. High-level written and oral communication skills are essential. Must have reliable vehicle.

Feel free to contact Brenna Liebold at (262) 682-3223 or brenna@livingmelodies.com to find out more about this job opportunity. You can also apply online via the following link:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/LivingMelodies/EmploymentApplication

Expressive Therapies would like to add another member to our fabulous team to provide music therapy services. Services are centered on unique and individual needs of each patient according to their plan of care. We provide services in office, in home, school based, and in the community within both individual and group capacities. Expressive Therapies is located in Appleton Wisconsin and we serve North East Wisconsin.

Detailed Job Description – Music Therapist will:
•       Implement group and individual music therapy sessions.
•       Complete initial assessments and treatment plans as referred.
•       Create stimulating and developmentally & age appropriate individual and group sessions based on need(s) of clientele.
•       Attend interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.
•       Refer to other disciplines as needed/not practicing out of scope.
•       Complete required documentation in timely manner.

•       Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy
•       Board-Certified Music Therapist
•       Ideal Candidate will also have a Masters of Social Work or Counseling and be an LCSW or LPC along with MT-BC (but not a requirement)
•       Ideal Candidate will also be NMT trained or willing to become trained if hired.
•       Continued education in specialized areas of work for professional growth and development
•       Must have reliable transportation, driving required.
•       Must be a self-motivator, organized and able to work independently.
•       Proficient in voice, guitar, percussion and keyboard.
•       Proficient in word, excel, and Electronic Medical Record.
•       A strong communicator, flexible and a team player.

Contact sara@expressivetherapies.net with more questions.