Music Therapist
17 days ago
Saint Louis
Job DescriptionMusic Therapist Pay: $40 per hour About Therapy Relief at Hope: Therapy Relief at Hope (TRH), a proud division of Hope, has been transforming lives through skilled therapy services for over 26 years. We specialize in speech-language therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, behavior therapy, and music therapy, all designed to empower individuals with disabilities to reach their fullest potential. At TRH, we embrace a holistic approach to care, fostering a safe and nurturing environment where every individual—regardless of their challenges—receives exceptional, personalized support. Our mission is to enhance health, independence, and functionality through compassionate, evidence-based services. As part of Hope, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals through clinical, educational, and therapeutic programs, TRH offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference. If you’re seeking a mission-driven organization where your work transforms lives, TRH is the place for you. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Music therapists are a part of the Hope Therapeutic Services interdisciplinary team, working to support individuals with disabilities across the lifespan. The role involves designing and delivering music-based interventions to improve communication, social skills, sensory integration, emotional regulation, and overall quality of life for the individuals served. Music Therapists are creative, collaborative and committed to using evidence-based approaches to help individuals thrive through the power of music. WHAT YOU WILL DO • Conduct individualized music therapy assessments to determine client needs and strengths, • Develop and implement goal-oriented music therapy sessions for children and adults with disabilities, • Use music activities such as singing, instrument playing, movement, songwriting, and listening to address therapeutic goals, adapting these sessions based on age, developmental level, sensory profile, and communication style, • Collaborate closely with other professionals to an ensure an integrated approach to care, • Provide documentation including treatment plans, session notes, progress reports and client outcome data in accordance with organizational and funding/payer requirements., • Involve families and caregivers in the therapeutic process when appropriate, providing education and support on how to integrate music therapy into other settings or into the individual's daily routines, • Maintain a safe, engaging, and supportive environment during all sessions, • Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development, • Performs all other duties as required or assigned, • Assumes the responsibility of a mandated reporter concerning incidents of alleged abuse and neglect, as outlined by state guidelines and in accordance with the organization’s policies, • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in music therapy from an AMTA- approved program; master's degree preferred, • Current and active credentialing as a Board-Certified Music Therapist, • Clinic-based experience preferred, • Experience with augmentative or alternative communication devices, sensory integration and behavioral support strategies, • Employee must be able to work independently, • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication., • Employee must be able to work collaboratively within their department, but also across other departments, • Demonstrates problem solving and flexibility in difficult situations and reliably use good judgement to solve problems; Employee will work swiftly to solve any arising issues and bring any significant issues to the attention of their supervisor or other leadership promptly, • Employee must be organized, punctual, and able to meet goals and deadlines, • Employee must be able to demonstrate behavior in alignment with the organization’s mission and values, • Recognize and accommodate cultural differences and diversity, • Health Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent), • Health Savings Account, • Life Insurance, • 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Share, and Match, • Paid Time Off and Holidays, • Missouri Sick Leave, • Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about Hope Therapy Relief, click #INDMP