Music Therapist

James River Home Health and Hospice; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Generous time-off package

Health plan, vision, and dental

Disability and life insurance

401K with employer match

Career advancement opportunities

Wellness program

Job summary

James River Home Health & Hospice is seeking a Music Therapist to join our hospice team in Virginia. The role focuses on using music therapy to address emotional, physical, social, and cognitive needs, delivering both individual and group sessions to enhance quality of life and comfort for patients and families.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Music Therapy with an internship completed; two years of hospice experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy required; Master's preferred.
• Internship completed in Music Therapy.
• Minimum of two years experience, hospice preferred.
• Understanding end-of-life care needs.
• Strong instrumental and vocal skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' emotional, physical, social, and cognitive needs to develop individualized music therapy treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group music therapy sessions using instrumental, vocal, and other therapeutic music techniques.
• Utilize music therapy interventions to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance patients' overall well-being.
• Establish therapeutic goals and objectives based on patient assessments and individual needs.
• Monitor patient responses, document progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient-centered care plans.
• Incorporate culturally appropriate music and therapeutic techniques based on patient preferences and needs.
• Communicate assessment findings, treatment recommendations, and patient progress to the care team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with patient confidentiality and organizational policies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and continuing education activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Would you like to be part of a growing, locally owned company dedicated to providing compassionate patient care?

James River Home Health & Hospice is seeking a Music Therapist to join our team!

The Music Therapist is responsible for using music therapy interventions to address the emotional, physical, social, and cognitive needs of hospice patients. This position provides individualized and group music therapy services to enhance quality of life, promote relaxation, reduce stress, and provide comfort to patients and their families. The Music Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8 AM- 5 PM

Pay Range: $30-$35 hourly, based on experience

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Salary
• GENEROUS time-off package! 21 Days Off (15 PTO Days and 6 Paid Holidays). PTO accrues on Day One! (PTO policy rewards longevity with increases each year)
• Competitively priced health plan, vision, and dental, partially employer-paid!
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance (up to $50,000 in coverage)
• 401K with employer match
• Career advancement opportunities
• Proactive Health Management Wellness Program (PHMP)
  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess patients' emotional, physical, social, and cognitive needs to develop individualized music therapy treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group music therapy sessions using instrumental, vocal, and other therapeutic music techniques.
• Utilize music therapy interventions to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance patients' overall well-being.
• Establish therapeutic goals and objectives based on patient assessments and individual needs.
• Monitor patient responses, document progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient-centered care plans.
• Incorporate culturally appropriate music and therapeutic techniques based on patient preferences and needs.
• Communicate assessment findings, treatment recommendations, and patient progress to the care team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with patient confidentiality and organizational policies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and continuing education activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy required; Master's degree preferred.
• Successful completion of a Music Therapy internship required.
• Minimum of two years of experience preferred, including hospice experience.
• Understanding of the emotional and physical needs of patients receiving end-of-life care.
• Strong instrumental and vocal skills with knowledge of various musical styles and therapeutic applications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in emotionally challenging situations.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance required.

James River is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.