Hospice Music Therapist — Comfort, Reminiscence & Healing

St. Croix Hospice; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Pet insurance

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice seeks a Music Therapist to provide personalized music therapy services, aligning with each patient’s Plan of Care. The role collaborates with the RN Case Manager and Clinical Services Manager to optimize quality of life during end-of-life care.

The therapist assesses needs, documents outcomes, and participates in interdisciplinary education. A state license and MT-BC credential are preferred; a driver’s license is required for home visits.

Qualifications

• Must hold a State Music Therapy License.
• Background check and drug test required.
• Valid State Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct music therapy per plan of care under supervision.
• Assess patients for indications and track therapy effectiveness.
• Relieve symptoms and provide comfort—psychological, physical, spiritual.
• Guide patients through music therapy to ease anxiety, restlessness and depression.
• Assist with relaxation, family support, grief, and life-legacy activities.
• Document sessions and outcomes in the patient record within 24–48 hours.
• Participate in team trainings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect patient information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

State Music Therapy License

Background check

Drug test

Valid driver's license

Ability to drive

HIPAA compliance

Education

CBMT MT-BC credentials

Job description

St. Croix Hospice seeks a Music Therapist to provide personalized music therapy services, aligning with each patient’s Plan of Care. The role collaborates with the RN Case Manager and Clinical Services Manager to optimize quality of life during end-of-life care.

The therapist assesses needs, documents outcomes, and participates in interdisciplinary education. A state license and MT-BC credential are preferred; a driver’s license is required for home visits.