Music Therapist

Beyond Speech Pty Ltd; Healesville; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PD leave

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Professional mentoring

Group supervision

Job summary

Beyond Speech Pty Ltd in Healesville, VIC seeks a passionate Music Therapist for a part-time role (24 hours/week: Wed, Thu, Fri). Join a dynamic team providing music therapy across diverse populations, including those with NDIS funding, in settings like schools and aged care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Speech Pathology and Orofacial Myology teams, ongoing PD opportunities, and a supportive clinical lead. Requires qualification and registration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy required.
• Registered with the Australian Music Therapy Association.
• Minimum 2 years of music therapy experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized music therapy programs addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for holistic client care.
• Maintain detailed client records and evaluate progress.
• Participate in regular team meetings and professional development.
• Promote the benefits of music therapy within the local community.
• Grow the Music Therapy program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy

Job description

Beyond Speech is seeking a passionate and experienced Music Therapist to join our team in Healesville, VIC supporting client in the Yarra Valley and Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. This part-time role (Wednesday, Thursday, and Fridays = 24 hours per week) is an exciting opportunity to utilise your music therapy expertise to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. You will be part of a dynamic and enthusiastic team and engage in collaboration activities including professional development, learning, wellness initiatives, and culture-building sessions.

Key responsibilities

• Developing and implementing individualised music therapy programs to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of clients
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to client care
• Maintaining detailed client records and contributing to the overall evaluation of client progress
• Participating in regular team meetings and professional development activities
• Promoting the benefits of music therapy within the local community
• Growing the Music Therapy program

About you

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Music Therapy
• Registered with the Australian Music Therapy Association
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of music therapy services to diverse client populations, particularly those with NDIS funding, in early childhood, schools and aged care facilities
• Minimum of 2 years of music therapy experience required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with clients, families, and the broader healthcare team
• Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and a passion for the transformative power of music
• Working with Children Check and Police Check required
• Opportunities for professional development including paid PD leave
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support the team
• Collaboration with Speech Pathology and Orofacial Myology teams through group supervision
• Regular support from our Clinical Lead and mentoring with an experienced external Music Therapist

About us

Beyond Speech is a leading provider of comprehensive speech and language and orofacial myology services in the Healesville/Yarra Valley community and surrounding areas. With a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals, we are committed to delivering the highest quality of care to individuals of all ages. Our mission is to empower our clients to reach their full potential through the transformative power of communication.