Music Therapist

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. is seeking a licensed music therapist to provide individual, dyad, and group music therapy and to participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning. You will develop music therapy treatment plans, supervise and observe, and collaborate with students’ treatment teams across multiple sites.

The role emphasizes strong clinical musicianship, regulatory documentation, and ongoing professional development within a supportive agency setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Music Therapy from AMTA-approved program.
• Master's degree from AMTA-approved program preferred (MMT or MA).
• MT-BC certification preferred; Illinois LPMT licensure within 1 week of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observes, assesses, and places students for delivery of service.
• Provides individual, dyad, and group music therapy.
• Develops expressive therapy treatment plans.
• Documents in students’ files per regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with treatment team via email, meetings, consultation.
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Provides in-service training to team members as appropriate.
• Participates in supervision for the music therapist.
• Maintains licensure per state and federal regulations.

Skills

Communication

Musicianship

Independence at multiple sites

Education

Bachelor's in Music Therapy

Master's degree preferred (MMT / MA)

Job description

Overview

The music therapist in this position will provide individual, dyad, and group music therapy, while participating in interdisciplinary treatment planning by developing a music therapy treatment plan and collaborating with students’ treatment teams. Group/individual supervision, clinical observation, professional development, and responsibilities held in conjunction with special events and agency-wide processes are integrated within the position.

Responsibilities

• Observes, assesses, and places students in appropriate delivery of service
• Provides individual, dyad, and group music therapy
• Develops expressive therapy treatment plans
• Documents in students’ files according to requirements of regulatory agencies
• Collaborates with treatment team as necessary via email, meetings, consultation
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning
• Provides in-service training to team members as appropriate, and in conjunction with expressive therapy team and/or clinical teams
• Actively participates in supervision for the music therapist
• Maintains licensure according to state and federal regulations

Qualifications

• Training:
• Candidates will have a baseline of bachelors in Music Therapy from AMTA approved program with additional Master’s degree from AMTA approved program preferred (Master of Music Therapy (MMT) and/or Master of Arts in Music Therapy (M.A.))
• Licensing:
• Candidates with proof of scheduled exam will receive consideration but board-certified music therapists (MT-BC) will receive preference
• Proof of application for licensed professional music therapy licensure (LPMT) in Illinois within 1-week of hire
• Strong clinical musicianship, strengths-based theoretical framework
• Communicates effectively with other professionals/students/families
• Strong clinical musicianship and strengths -based theoretical framework
• Ability to work independently at multiple sites within the agency
• Ability to communicate effectively with professionals/students/families

Posted Salary Range

USD $30,000.00 - USD $33,750.00 /Yr.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
• Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
• Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
• Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students
• Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.