Certified Music Therapist, Hospice MT-BC PRN

AccentCare, Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

AccentCare, Inc. seeks a Hospice Music Therapist in Edison, NJ. This PRN, on-site role serves Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties, focusing on music therapy assessments and interventions to support patients and families.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Music Therapy (AMTA-approved) and MT-BC certification, with driving eligibility and willingness to travel among sites. Benefits and a patient-centered team culture are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Music with a concentration in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program.
• Board Certification as Music Therapist (MT-BC) by CBMT.
• Experience with terminally ill patients/families preferred.
• Must have reliable automobile and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Complete the music therapy assessment with patient and family per the interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Plan music therapy interventions.
• Guide the patient in creative therapeutic activities to improve quality of life.
• Evaluate effectiveness of music therapy services with patient and family.
• Provide in-services to staff and facilities as requested.
• Serve as counselor at IDG meetings and participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

MT-BC

Terminally ill experience

Driver's license

Education

AMTA-approved university degree in Music Therapy

Job description

Overview

Music Therapist, HospiceLocation: Edison NJPosition: Music TherapistRemote/Virtual Position: NoCoverage Area: Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Hospice Music TherapistSchedule: PRN

Reimagine Your Career in Hospice

Caring for others is more than what you do — it’s who you are.At AccentCare, you’ll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You’ll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care.

We’re proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025by Newsweek — a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we’re building together.

Offer Based On Years of Experience

What You Need to Know

Be the Best Hospice Music Therapist You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we want to meet you!

• Bachelor's Degree in Music with a concentration in Music Therapy and/or Music Therapy from an American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) approved university (or undergraduate equivalency program approved by AMTA).
• Board Certified as Music Therapist (MT-BC) by the Certification Board for Music Therapy (CBMT)
• Previous experience with terminally ill patients / families is highly desireable
• Must have reliable automobile, valid driver's license and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.

Responsibilities:

As a Hospice Music Therapist you will:

• Complete the music therapy assessment with patient and family when referred in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care

• Plan music therapy interventions
• Guide the patient in the use of creative therapeutic activities for the purpose of improving or maintaining mental and physical function and quality of life
• Evaluate the effectiveness of music therapy services with the patient and / or family-of-choice
• Provide in-services to staff, hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities as requested and determined appropriate by therapist.
• As one of the couneslors in the interdisciplinary grou (IDG), the MT servces as the counselor at IDG meetings, participates in on call rotation, and assists with sign ups and consents for newly referred patients
• Support the bereavement program at the site level

Required Certifications and Licensures:

• Board Certified as Music Therapist (MT-BC) by the Certification Board for Music Therapy (CBMT)
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations

Our Investment in You

Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well-being.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Professional development opportunities

• Company-matching 401(k)

• Flexible spending and health savings accounts

• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app

• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees

• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees

• And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you’re part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.

Posted Salary Range

USD $15.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.