Emerging Music Therapist, Grade 1 – Part-Time

Northern Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Grade 1 Music Therapist to join our Speech Pathology, Orthoptics, Audiology & Music Therapy team. This fixed-term, part-time role supports a range of settings including palliative care, paediatric and oncology, under supervision from a Grade 3 therapist.

The successful graduate or early-career clinician will deliver individual and group music therapy interventions with patients and families, contribute to multidisciplinary care, and develop clinical skills within

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Music Therapy from an accredited program; eligibility for AMTA registration.
• Recent completion of a Music Therapy qualification or suitable early-career clinician.
• Clinical placement delivering music therapy in healthcare, community or education settings.
• Knowledge of evidence-based music therapy practice and person-centred care principles.
• Interest in paediatric, oncology and palliative care settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to establish therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational skills with ability to manage competing priorities with support.
• Commitment to reflective practice, clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver music therapy services across Palliative Care, Paediatric and Oncology settings.
• Work with patients and families and multidisciplinary teams to support wellbeing.
• Provide individual and group-based music therapy interventions.
• Receive comprehensive supervision and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Organisational skills

Reflective practice & supervision

Evidence-based practice

Education

Tertiary qualification in Music Therapy (AMTA eligibility)

Job description

Northern Health is seeking a Grade 1 Music Therapist to join our Speech Pathology, Orthoptics, Audiology & Music Therapy team. This fixed-term, part-time role supports a range of settings including palliative care, paediatric and oncology, under supervision from a Grade 3 therapist.

The successful graduate or early-career clinician will deliver individual and group music therapy interventions with patients and families, contribute to multidisciplinary care, and develop clinical skills within