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Rogers Behavioral Health, a nationally recognized leader in behavioral health services, is seeking an Pool (As Needed) Experiential Therapist to join our team on the Day/PM Shift!

The Experiential Therapist develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and evaluates Experiential Therapy programming in all specialized treatment areas. He/she completes documentation.  In this role, you need to be knowledgeable, skillful and have abilities in a wide variety of expressive media. The Experiential Therapist will have a working knowledge of a psychosocial functioning of patient/resident groups as well as application of expressive activities within a psychiatric setting. These include, but are not limited to, adventure-based and environmental activities, sports, dance, group initiatives, arts/crafts, music, outdoor activities, art media, psychodrama, ropes and challenge course.

 

Based in Wisconsin, Rogers Behavioral Health is a private, not-for-profit provider of behavioral health services and is nationally recognized for its specialized psychiatry and addiction services. Anchored by Rogers Memorial Hospital in Oconomowoc, WI, Rogers offers evidence-based treatment for adults, children and adolescents with depression and mood disorders, eating disorders, addiction, obsessive-compulsive and anxiety disorders, and posttraumatic stress disorder. Rogers provides hospital and outpatient services in Brown Deer, Oconomowoc, and West Allis, Wisconsin, and outpatient services in Appleton, Madison, and Kenosha, Wisconsin, as well as Chicago, Minneapolis, Nashville, and Tampa. The System also includes Rogers Memorial Hospital Foundation, which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth, an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges. For more information, visit www.rogersbh.org.

The ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in art, music, dance, recreation or other therapies.  A Master’s Degree is preferred.  Certification through appropriate credentialing board is highly desired.

Valid driver license in the state of employment. May be required to have driving record approved by Rogers Memorial Hospital’s insurance carrier.

To apply please visit our Career Center on the website rogershospital.org and complete an online application

Allay Home and Hospice is a locally owned Hospice committed to providing compassionate end of life care to the patients in the communities that we live in and serve.

Hospice Music Therapists assess the need for Music Therapy for our hospice patients, creating a Music Therapy Plan of Care and executing that Plan of Care by providing appropriate music therapy consultations and services. Our music therapist also consults and provides feedback with other members of the hospice Interdisciplinary Team to support the team’s overall approach and treatment of our patients.

This position is on a “per diem” or as needed basis so you have the opportunity to set your availability.

Benefits and Incentives: 
Mileage Reimbursement
401K with generous corporate match

Allay Home and Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

License:  Music Therapy
MT-BC; required, excellent communication skills and reliable transportation.
Hospice experience is a plus.

.8 FTE – approximately 32 hours a week – Located two days a week in New Richmond, WI and two days a week in Stillwater, MN

Main responsibilities: Performs music therapy services in a professional and compassionate manner utilizing music therapy techniques appropriate for the individual patient and for groups; documents each session in the patient’s electronic medical chart (EPIC); provides referrals for additional therapies when appropriate & necessary. Participates as an integral member of an interdisciplinary health care team. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelors or Master’s Degree in music therapy from a college or university accredited by the American Music Therapy Association and has completed an internship. Current board certification from the Certification Board for Music Therapists or board certification is obtained within three months from date of hire. Prior experience providing music therapy in a hospital setting preferred.

• Possesses certification by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (BMT) required.
• At least one year of experience working in the field of music therapy is desired to enhance and develop skills, with experience in a clinical setting working with hospice and palliative patients beneficial.
• Previous professional experience working with hospice, in-home care settings, working with people regarding death, dying, and bereavement, and/or working on a multidisciplinary team.
• Possesses ability to cope with a work environment that deals with death, dying, and bereavement. Possesses skills necessary to be compassionate to those who are grief stricken and/or dealing with loss.
• Possesses ability to effectively communicate in writing along with coordination skills.
• Possesses ability to recruit and train staff and volunteers who are interested in providing music therapy services.
• Is able to travel to patient/client homes to provide patient/client.
• Possesses and maintains a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License required.
• Possesses automobile liability insurance with minimum $100,000/$300,000 coverage required, or $300,000 combined single-limit liability.

• Knowledge of music therapy standards and practices normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy.

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Rhapsody Arts Center is seeking a music therapist to serve clients in individual sessions at our center as well as run music therapy groups in local assisted living and memory care facilities.  Individual clients will include primarily children and some adults with disabilities as well as possible referrals of children with pain management, medical and emotional needs.  This position will also include adaptive lessons for students with disabilities.  This is a second music therapy position and will work with the current music therapist.

Position responsibilities
Music therapist
•       Assessing clients, writing treatment plans, conducting sessions and reporting client progress
•       Program marketing to recruit new clients
•       Providing invoicing information to office staff for billing
•       Private instrument instruction to students with special needs
•       Continuing services to area senior centers, senior homes, care centers and daycares
•       Expanding services to additional facilities and schools
•       High student retention expected
Instructor, private lessons
•       Voice, piano, guitar (as able)
•       Other beginning instruments as needed (for therapy clients, adaptive lessons)

Possibilities for Position growth
•       Expanding to additional senior centers and facilities
•       Other growth in line with candidate’s’ interests and skills

Starting date
Mid August 2018

Salary
$27,000-$30,000 with benefits

Hours
40 hours per week

Benefits
Contract for 1 year with annual review and salary negotiation
Holiday/vacation pay
Expense reimbursement and mileage
Health insurance stipend starting at full time

Board Certified Music Therapist
Experience in medical settings preferred

To apply, send a cover letter, resume and an example of documentation for a fictional client to nowhiring@rhapsodyarts.org

The Experiential Therapist develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and evaluates Experiential Therapy programming in all specialized treatment areas. He/she completes documentation.  In this role, you need to be knowledgeable, skillful and have abilities in a wide variety of expressive media. The Experiential Therapist will have a working knowledge of a psychosocial functioning of patient/resident groups as well as application of expressive activities within a psychiatric setting. These include, but are not limited to, adventure-based and environmental activities, sports, dance, group initiatives, arts/crafts, music, outdoor activities, art media, psychodrama, ropes and challenge course.

The ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in art, music, dance, recreation or other therapies.  A Master’s Degree is preferred.  Certification through appropriate credentialing board is highly desired.

To apply please visit our Career Center on the website rogershospital.org and complete an online application

EOE/MFDV

Share your love for Music and greatly impact the lives of our patients!

Heartland Hospice is growing and as a result we are looking for a Music Therapist on an a part-time basis to support our hospice patients in their homes. Our Music Therapists provide care to patients in their homes in the Madison and surrounding areas.

As a MT we are looking for someone with at least 1 year of work experience in a multidisciplinary setting. We also require knowledge of principles, concepts and methodology of alternative therapy appropriate for terminally ill clients. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Demonstrated ability to work well with a multidisciplinary team and the ability to develop and maintain rapport with the clients and families. Bachelor s degree in Music Therapy and Certified as a Board Music Therapist is required.

Please apply online.

https://jobs.hcr-manorcare.com/job/-/-/5346/8289621?AdCode=j2winde

This TERM NTE 2 Years position is located in the Community Engagement and Relations Division of the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. The employee will be providing recreation, music, or creative art therapy treatment programs to the medical center’s Extended Care Domiciliary, Building 43 and Adult Care Health Care programs.

• Planning and carrying out music and recreation therapy activities for patients;
• Evaluating the history, interests, aptitudes, and skills of the patients in order to develop appropriate individual treatment plan;
• Developing treatment objectives and subsequent treatment plans and maintaining the flexibility necessary to adapt those plans to the patient’s emotional condition and/or physical limitations;
• Coordinating a wide range of activities with various staff, service organizations, and volunteer and community groups in the development of appropriate activities to support patient treatment;
• Ensuring that patient treatment objectives are consistent with his/her overall treatment process;
• Developing treatment objectives and subsequent treatment plans and maintaining the flexibility necessary to adapt those plans to the patient’s emotional condition and/or physical limitations;
• Documenting patient responses to treatment;
• Reviewing the success of the initial treatment plan and determining intervention strategies based upon the assessment plan of care;
• Revising treatment plans as needed to achieve expected outcomes;
• Communicating assessment and treatment progress by attending interdisciplinary team staff meetings;
• Responsible for the Vet Work Study Students, practicum students, and WOC students.
• Utilizing various community resources in treating patients;
• Entering scheduling data into the hospital computer system and updating it to reflect current status of patients;

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-10 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-9. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.

BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Must possess a Bachelor’s or graduate/higher level degree in therapeutic recreation, art therapy, drama therapy, dance therapy, or music therapy (Transcripts Required).
OR
Must possess a Bachelor’s or graduate/higher level degree in a related field involving therapeutic emphasis or concentration that included at least 36 semester hours in therapeutic courses as described below (Transcripts Required):
a. 18 semester hours of therapeutic recreation courses; and
b. 18 semester hours that include a combination of abnormal psychology, physiology, human anatomy and development, disabilities and general recreation

In addition to the Basic Requirement, you must meet the grade level requirements below.
GS-10 Specialized Experience: You must possess at least 1 full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 level that equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience includes: Working with techniques and procedures recognized in Therapeutic Recreation/Creative Arts/Music Therapies professions. Developing, planning and implementing therapeutic treatment programs. Coordinating a wide range of activities with various staff, service organizations and community groups in the development of appropriate activities to support patient treatment. Assessing patients for recreational therapeutic needs. Evaluating and documenting patient progress in medical records.
OR
GS-10 Education: You must possess two and a half years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree with a major field of study directly related to recreation therapy or in a creative arts therapy field (art therapy, dance therapy, music therapy, or psychodrama) or a major in an appropriate subject-matter field with therapeutic emphasis or concentration. (Transcripts Required)
OR
GS-10 Combination: You must possess a combination of graduate education and specialized experience as described. (Transcripts Required)

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 07/12/2018 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10243728.

1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

• This is an employed position and is NOT a contract position. All hours worked are paid, all equipment is purchased by LIH, all overhead costs are LIH’s expenses, and you will have other perks of an employed position such as paid time off and a health care benefit.
• It is expected that your regular caseload will grow to fill 75% – 80% of your scheduled time at work. This time will include sessions, driving, documentation, meetings, planning, etc. The additional 20 – 25% of your time will be used for substitute visits, additional admin tasks, shared cleaning tasks, and other team-based tasks, etc.
• You must have reliable transportation to allow you to travel from LIH’s facility into the community for sessions. A good driving record is required to drive LIH’s company car and/or the Songbird Express (LIH’s mobile studio). Roughly 55% of our clients are seen in the community and 45% at our facility.
• LIH serves a wide population of individuals but currently provides most services to individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health needs/at risk youth, and/or neurologic impairment/injury.
• LIH is a growing private practice with diverse funding sources.
• LIH has a mobile music therapy studio called The Songbird Express. Part of your job may involve driving this studio to rural communities to provide services on the bus (parked). Thus, a good driving record would be required to take on this responsibility.
• This position requires documentation. You will have admin time built into your schedule to document sessions; however, accurate and effective documentation skills (such as dictation) are essential to keeping up with a growing caseload.
• Application Deadline: 7/15/2018 or until the position is filled.
• Start date: 7/17/2018 or 8/21/2018 (Negotiable if needed)
• Location: Services are provided at LIH’s facility in West Salem, WI and in the community. The candidate does not need to live within the West Salem/La Crosse area as our service region is roughly 60 miles from our facility. Living in a surrounding community such as Black River Falls or Viroqua may be a great possibility.
• Hours: One Full-time Position (40 hours per week); a second, part-time position may be opened by 9/1/2018 (TBC).
• Salary/benefits/details: Hourly – set # of hours every week. Consistent hourly wage for all tasks (i.e. driving, admin, clinical, planning, etc.), private health insurance, mileage reimbursment, PTO for personal/sick needs, PTO for education/training & PTO for paid holidays, SEP IRA, access to instrument library and various supplies, instrument stipend, CMTE stipend, HPSO/liability insurance, work computer, work phone, professional supervision, access to a shared company car, a 2,000 square foot clinical space, office assistant/secretary, and being part of an innovative team!

• Requirements: MT-BC credential (or within 2 weeks of hire), Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services License (WMTR), NMT (within 6 months of hire).
• Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year experience working as a Neurologic Music Therapist in the following populations: Developmental Disabilities (Birth – 3, 3- 18, 18+), Mental Health (5 – adult), At-Risk-Youth, and other acquired neurologic disorders or injuries (i.e. stroke, TBI, etc.)

If you would like to be considered for this position and have an opportunity to join our team, please complete the short job application found on our website under the “Contact Us” & “Opportunities” tab. The Indeed job posting serves as a way to advertise the job; however, you must go to LIH’s website to apply.

1. Provides direct music therapy according to directions of clinical supervisor / clinical director and in accordance with the plan of care.
2. Assesses referral/patient for appropriate medical indication for services and performs assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy.
3. Treats patient to relieve symptoms and provide psychological, psychosocial, physical, and spiritual comfort.
4. Directs and aids patients through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, agitation, restlessness, depression, pain, emotional distress (patient and family), spiritual distress, and social isolation.
5. Assist patient with needs regarding relaxation, communication, family support, anticipatory grief (patient and family), and interest in life legacy/review interventions.
6. Utilize interventions such as relaxation, imagery, lyric analysis, song writing, reminiscence, entrainment, life review, receptive listening, and life legacy projects.
7. Observes and reports to the clinical supervisor or clinical director and the organization personnel the patient’s response to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
8. Provides education and awareness to clinical team regarding appropriateness or contraindications for therapy treatment.
9. Maintains necessary records; clinical notes, problem charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record within 24-48 hours of session and modified as needed.
10. Participates in interdisciplinary group and organization in-service education program as needed.
11. Participates in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities as needed.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

1. Graduate of an accredited music therapy program with Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy. Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b).

2. Completion and passing of National Certification Exam (CBMT) credentials of MT-BC Music Therapy Board Certified preferred.

3. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

4. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Apply for this job at:

https://minnesotajobs.com/apply-for-job/post_id/11250207

Music Therapy Services of Waukesha County, LLC is seeking a Board Certified Music Therapist for immediate hire. This position begins at 20 salaried hours a week and is expected to quickly build to full-time.

Working in community-based music therapy requires a strong sense of ethics and independence, proactive problem-solving skills, and a strong desire to work with clients and families to foster self-determination.

Clients include children and adults with autism and/or other developmental disabilities. Settings include clinic, schools, adult day programs, and client residences. Our current staff of 8 music therapists support each other to provide best practices and documentation procedures, with the client at the heart of our practice.
Viable candidates for this position will possess:

• Registration with the State of Wisconsin (if not registered, registration assistance will be provided)
• A valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle
• A strong desire to work in a variety of settings with a diverse client base
• Experience in providing music therapy services to those with autism and/or developmental disabilities
• Knowledge or experience with the Wisconsin Medicaid Waiver programs for children and adults (we are willing to teach as needed)

If you are looking for a unique experience in your music therapy practice and have a strong desire to make a difference for individuals in southeastern Wisconsin, please send a resume with references and a letter of interest to Nancy Dexter-Schabow at ndexschabow@hotmail.com. You may reach out for more information by phone or text to 414/651-0011.

Access Music Therapy, llc is a creative arts center. Our main focus is on providing individual and group music therapy for children and adults in Superior, Wisconsin and Duluth, Minnesota. We have a strong focus on programs for children and adults with varying disabilities, mental health, seniors and early childhood. The Music Therapist in this position will be responsible for planning, organizing, and providing individual and group music therapy services in the community and in our clinic. Candidates will have principles, concepts, and methodology of music therapy appropriate for working with a variety of ages and diagnoses.

Candidates must have strong clinical and writing skills, experience facilitating music therapy groups and 1:1’s with children and teens. We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic, and motivated individual who has a passion for music therapy. Ideal candidates will be able to work both independently, as well as collaborate well with others. Candidates should be innovative and creative-minded, demonstrate strong organizational skills, be willing to work with a variety of populations and be comfortable being part of the creative process.

Hours will start at 20 per week with great potential for growth. Hours are variable during the Monday-Friday. Benefits include: Holiday pay, sick days, and a wellness program.

Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Music Therapy from an accredited institution; Music Therapist Board Certified credential (MT-BC). Candidates eligible to sit for the national board certification exam may apply. (Certification must occur within 2 month of hire date). Good driving record and reliable transportation a must.

Interested candidates please submit resumé, cover letter, and references in a pdf format to:
Jody Tucker, MA, MT-BC, NMT
Owner, Music Therapist
Access Music Therapy, llc
215 N. Central Ave.
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 349-1792
jody@accessmusictherapy.com

VSA WISCONSIN is looking for a Teaching Artist (music and/or art) for a childcare center on the northside of Madison this July and August 2018.
There would be 2 classes back to back with ages 3 – 8 years old (approx. 14 children per class), 2x per week site.
We prefer one teacher taking both days but if you only want one of the days, that could work too.

Class #1 at 9:00am – 9:45am
Class #2 at 10am – 10:45am

Thursdays       July 26, August 2, August 9, August 16, August 23

Fridays July 27, August 3, August 10, August 17 ,August 24

Please send resume and letter of interest to Program Director Gabrielle Javier-Cerulli at VSA Wisconsin

Email:   gabrielle@vsawis.org

We are seeking one highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team to positively impact the lives of clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. As a music therapist with our company, you will be an integral part of your clients’ support teams including case managers, behavior therapists, guardians, and program directors. You will be responsible for assessing each client, developing treatment plans, meeting with clients on a regular basis, and addressing goals from client’s individualized support plans. One-on-one treatment may be provided in individuals’ homes, community workshops or the company’s main offices. Applicants must be organized and able to maintain appropriate client documents in accordance with state waiver regulations.

Salary: Based on experience, guaranteed paid 40-hour workweek regardless of caseload.
Start Date: Immediately
Benefits: The music therapist will be eligible for paid holidays, sick leave, health benefits (including vision and dental), and a mileage reimbursement program after his/her 90-day probationary period.

Applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy and board certification through CBMT (MT-BC credential). Previous experience preferred, but not required.

In addition to completing the online application, please email or fax your cover letter and resume to Noel Newport, MT-BC. Phone: (219) 879-7472 Fax: (219) 879-7473 nnewport@hhinhomecare.com

Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy. Board Certification (MT-BC) required within six months of employment.
Current CPR certification ‘ Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.
A minimum of three to six months of experience with pediatric patients.
Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communication. This includes: assessment, evaluation and provision of accurate and timely handoff of child and family information with members of the healthcare team.
Analytical ability to observe behaviors and direct appropriate music therapy programming and interventions in support of the individual child/family.
Ability to position patients in the course of duties.

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Allay Home and Hospice is a locally owned Hospice committed to providing compassionate end of life care to the patients in the communities that we live in and serve.

Hospice Music Therapists assess the need for Music Therapy for our hospice patients, creating a Music Therapy Plan of Care and executing that Plan of Care by providing appropriate music therapy consultations and services. Our music therapist also consults and provides feedback with other members of the hospice Interdisciplinary Team to support the team’s overall approach and treatment of our patients.

This position is on a “per diem” or as needed basis so you have the opportunity to set your availability.

Benefits and Incentives: 
Mileage Reimbursement
401K with generous corporate match

Allay Home and Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MT-BC; required, excellent communication skills and reliable transportation.
Hospice experience is a plus.

Music Therapist ‘ Registered and Board Certified in appropriate state
At least one year or more work experience in music therapy in a multidisciplinary setting is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plan, conduct, document and develop therapy group sessions as required by certification, funding source and program standards for children/adolescents with Mental Health disorders.
• Develop therapy programming and conduct group sessions that meet the individual client needs and overall needs of the program
• Modify mental health groups to meet the age and developmental needs of the clientele.
• Understand and implement individualized treatment plans. Effectively communicate with team members about treatment plans and strategies.
• Provide supervision and treatment of clients in accordance with least restrictive treatment measures
• Provide information to the clinical team for use in clinical staffing/discussions. Work as a treatment team member in delivering service to the clients.
• Maintain an understanding of mental health concepts, psychotropic medications, and client symptomology which allows for identification of client needs, implementation of the treatment plan and provision of quality mental health services.
• Complete mental health interventions as is necessary and appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator or Director/Deputy Director of Day Treatment and Clinical Services.

This position is part time. One day per week, 6-8 hours.

Education and/or Experience in your specific area.
*

• Have at least a bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy
• Licensed/Certified as a Music Therapist by the state of Wisconsin.
• Certified as an Art Therapist by the Art Therapy Credentials Board
• Must qualify as an Occupational Therapist as defined by DHS 40.06 (4)(f):
• Have a bachelor’s degree.Meet the requirements of an Occupational Therapist as defined in DHS 105.28 (1)
• One year of educational or work experience serving children with mental health disorders

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
• Have demonstrated positive and proactive problem solving skills.
• Ability to receive and implement feedback. Ability to learn and adapt.
• Ability to work independently and within a team. Ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to generate and maintain a variety of documents — through either proficient use of basic Microsoft Office tools/computer programs and/or dictation.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• May perform or aid in the performance of safety measures that involve physical intervention with clients when necessary and/or appropriate.
• Work in office areas and throughout the facility.

Experience:

• working with children/adolescence in mental health: 1 year

Badger Hospice is currently looking for a part time music therapist to provide music therapy services to our hospice patients who currently reside within Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties on an as need basis.   It would be an hourly, paid position.

Julie Northern

Executive Director

Badger Hospice, LLC

125 North Executive Drive, Ste., 100

Brookfield, WI 53005

Office: 262-222-1012

Fax: 262-290-2824

Cellular: 414-242-8866

Julie@badgerhospice.org