Compassionate Hospice Music Therapist (Per Diem)

Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care PA; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care PA is seeking a Music Therapist to provide per diem services in York, PA. The role focuses on applying music therapy to restore and maintain mental and physical wellbeing, through individual and group sessions, assessment, and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 2–4 years of related experience, and the ability to design therapy experiences tailored to age, culture, and cognitive differences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music therapy or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 2-4 years of related experience in music therapy.
• Ability to teach individual or group sessions with instrumental or vocal music.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of music therapy for various client populations.
• Instructs patients individually or in groups using music therapy techniques.
• Communicates assessment findings in writing and verbally.
• Selects music therapy experiences meeting client needs.
• Develops goals for individuals and group therapy.
• Provides estimates of frequency and duration of treatment.

Skills

Music therapy knowledge

Instruct groups

Assessment & documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care PA is seeking a Music Therapist to provide per diem services in York, PA. The role focuses on applying music therapy to restore and maintain mental and physical wellbeing, through individual and group sessions, assessment, and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 2–4 years of related experience, and the ability to design therapy experiences tailored to age, culture, and cognitive differences.