Music Therapist

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Part-Time Music Therapist to enhance mental health services at its Kitchener location. This role involves developing treatment plans and providing music therapy to youth and adults while working in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will be accredited with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists and possess strong therapeutic and counseling skills. The position offers the opportunity for professional development and is designed to improve community health outcomes.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Wellness programs

Career mentorship

Education Fund access

Qualifications

• Membership in CAMT and/or MTAO required.
• Experience in developing individualized treatment plans.
• Strong foundation in music theory required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates client treatment plans in an acute setting.
• Provides music therapy to support mental health goals.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Music therapy

Therapeutic skills

Counseling skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Time-management

Education

Accredited Music Therapist (MTA)

Registered Psychotherapist (RP)

Formal training in psychotherapy

Tools

Documentation software

Microsoft Word

Job description

We currently have an opportunity for a Part-Time Music Therapist

Location:

WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus).

Hours of Work: Tues/Thurs 8:30-4:30 - Approximately 15 hours weekly

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Collaborative Practice Manager, you will work with our outpatient collaborative practice team throughout Waterloo Regional Health Network – Midtown Campus. Aligned with a person-centered care model and the vision and values of Waterloo Regional Health Network, and in accordance with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists' (CAMT) and College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario’s (CRPO) Standards of Practice.

Young Adult Program (YAP): This program is for youth aged 16-21 that have been struggling in the mainstream school system, primarily due to mental health concerns. YAP offers both therapeutic components, as well as an academic component. These students will receive music therapy in a group setting once a week, and individually 1-2 times per week, as caseload permits.

Transitional Support Services (TSS): TSS is a voluntary, short-term intervention program of care for youth under 18 that offers individualized sessions focusing on promoting, restoring, maintaining, and enhancing mental health and wellness. TSS also helps to facilitate linkages with hospital and/or community services. These individuals will receive music therapy once a week, or as caseload permits.

Additional responsibilities may include providing music therapy coverage for the child, adolescent, and/or adult inpatient mental health programs, and precepting music therapy interns.

Position Requirements:

• Develops, implements, and evaluates client treatment plans and provides music therapy to work towards mental health goals in an acute setting.
• Works effectively with members of the multidisciplinary teams and participates in multidisciplinary team meetings, providing formal and informal consultations to staff
• Collaborates with others regarding operational issues and concerns
• Participates in service committees and quality improvement initiatives as required
• Engages in professional development and continuing education
• Assists with program development and evaluation as required
• Participates in team building, service development and improvement activities striving to contribute to a healthy workplace environment
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications:

• Accredited Music Therapist (MTA) with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists (CAMT); membership in CAMT and/or the Music Therapy Association of Ontario (MTAO) required.
• Registered Psychotherapist (RP) or Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (RP(Q)) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), registration required.
• Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred; knowledge and experience in mental health required.
• Formal training in psychotherapy and counseling skills required
• CAMT internship supervision training is an asset
• Strong foundation in music theory and practice
• Advanced musical training with a recommended minimum Grade 9 RCM on the principal instrument.
• Experience in developing and implementing individualized music therapy treatment plans
• Demonstrated ability to provide evidence-based music therapy / psychotherapy interventions to clients.
• Ability to deliver in-service music therapy education to other WRHN staff.
• Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to navigate challenging clinical situations.
• Strong organizational, time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and experience with documentation software/databases.
• Dedication to ongoing professional development as both a clinician and musician.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build rapport with patients, families, and staff.
• Good attendance record.
  
  

At WRHN We Support Our Team Members With:

• A thorough onboarding and orientation program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
• Career mentorship
• Wellness programs
  
  

EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY’S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants:

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those

candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

We currently have an opportunity for a Part-Time Music Therapist

Location: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus).

Hours of Work: Tues/Thurs 8:30-4:30 - Approximately 15 hours weekly

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Position Requirements:

• Develops, implements, and evaluates client treatment plans and provides music therapy to work towards mental health goals in an acute setting.
• Works effectively with members of the multidisciplinary teams and participates in multidisciplinary team meetings, providing formal and informal consultations to staff
• Collaborates with others regarding operational issues and concerns
• Participates in service committees and quality improvement initiatives as required
• Engages in professional development and continuing education
• Assists with program development and evaluation as required
• Participates in team building, service development and improvement activities striving to contribute to a healthy workplace environment
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications:

• Accredited Music Therapist (MTA) with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists (CAMT); membership in CAMT and/or the Music Therapy Association of Ontario (MTAO) required.
• Registered Psychotherapist (RP) or Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) (RP(Q)) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), registration required.
• Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred; knowledge and experience in mental health required.
• Formal training in psychotherapy and counseling skills required
• CAMT internship supervision training is an asset
• Strong foundation in music theory and practice
• Advanced musical training with a recommended minimum Grade 9 RCM on the principal instrument.
• Experience in developing and implementing individualized music therapy treatment plans
• Demonstrated ability to provide evidence-based music therapy / psychotherapy interventions to clients.
• Ability to deliver in-service music therapy education to other WRHN staff.
• Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to navigate challenging clinical situations.
• Strong organizational, time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and experience with documentation software/databases.
• Dedication to ongoing professional development as both a clinician and musician.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build rapport with patients, families, and staff.
• Good attendance record.
  
  

At WRHN We Support Our Team Members With:

• A thorough onboarding and orientation program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
• Career mentorship
• Wellness programs
  
  

EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY’S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants:

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those

candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.