Music Therapist

Specialized Education Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

FullBloom in Chicago is seeking a licensed music therapist to provide individual, small group, and community music therapy across multiple campuses. You will collaborate with school administrators and treatment teams to develop and document treatment plans.

Responsibilities include supervision, professional development, and compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining licensure and participating in interdisciplinary planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program.
• Preferred Master’s degree in Music Therapy (MMT or MA).
• Board-certified MT-BC preferred.
• Proof of LPMT licensure in Illinois within 1 week of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observes, assesses, and delivers services to student Artists across multiple campuses.
• Provides individual, small group, and community music or art therapy.
• Develops creative arts therapy treatment plans.
• Documents in student files per regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with the treatment team as needed.
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Provides in-service to team members with expressive therapy staff.
• Engages in individual and group supervision.
• Maintains licensure per state and federal regulations.

Skills

Strengths-based approach

Clinical musicianship

Multisite work

Communication skills

Art-based assessment

Education

Bachelor’s in Music Therapy

MMT or MA in Music Therapy

MT-BC preferred

LPMT licensure within 1 week

Job description

Overview

The music therapist will provide individual, small group, and community music therapy while participating in interdisciplinary treatment planning. The music therapist will generate music therapy treatment plans in collaboration with school administrators and 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.

Position may be part or full-time and applicants will be invited to share more about their preference/availability during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Observes, assesses, and offers appropriate service delivery to student Artists across multiple campuses
• Provides individual, small group, and community art therapy or music therapy
• Develops creative arts therapy treatment plan
• Documents in students’ files according to requirements of regulatory agencies
• Collaborates with treatment team as necessary
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning
• Provides in-service s to team members as appropriate, and in conjunction with expressive therapy department
• Actively participates in individual and group supervision
• Maintains licensure according to state and federal regulations

Qualifications

• Strengths-based theoretical framework
• 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
• Strong art-based assessment skills (Expressive Therapy Continuum, IMCAP, J. Loewy assessment)

Music Therapist Training & Licensure:

• Candidates will possess a bachelors degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA approved program
• Preferred additional Master’s degree from AMTA approved program (Master of Music Therapy (MMT) and/or Master of Arts in Music Therapy (M.A.))
• 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

Posted Salary Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $67,500.00 /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.