Board-Certified Music Therapist - Hospice Team Educator

Affinity Hospice Management LLC; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Hospice Management LLC in New Haven, Connecticut, is seeking a Board Certified Music Therapist to join our hospice clinical team in New Haven, CT. The role involves direct patient care, assessment, and collaborative care planning.

The therapist provides music therapy per an individualized plan, mentors staff and family caregivers, prepares progress summaries, and participates in interdisciplinary teams and quality improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in music therapy from an accredited program.
• State certification to practice music therapy.
• Minimum two years of experience; hospice experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and insured vehicle.
• Understanding hospice philosophy and comfort-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Provide music therapy per individualized plan of care and evaluate status.
• Direct music therapy treatment and set priorities.
• Prepare progress summaries and reports.
• Provide family/caregiver consultation.
• Offer in-service education to nursing staff.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Support hospice orientation for team members.

Skills

CPR Certification

Patient Assessment

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Music Therapy Degree

Licensed Music Therapist

Job description

Affinity Hospice Management LLC in New Haven, Connecticut, is seeking a Board Certified Music Therapist to join our hospice clinical team in New Haven, CT. The role involves direct patient care, assessment, and collaborative care planning.

The therapist provides music therapy per an individualized plan, mentors staff and family caregivers, prepares progress summaries, and participates in interdisciplinary teams and quality improvement efforts.