Music Therapist for Schools and Home Programs

EasterSeals Southwest Florida, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) matching

403(b) Roth

403(b)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Easterseals SWFL provides music therapy to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs to support and strengthen abilities in varied contexts within daily life.

The role includes developing and delivering group and individual sessions for prek-12 and adult programs, with services at multiple Easterseals SWFL sites and client homes. All employees undergo background screens and drug testing.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor’s degree in music therapy from AMTA-approved program.
• Minimum one year experience as a music therapist or equivalent practicum.
• Experience working with children and adults with Autism preferred.
• National board certification for music therapists preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Florida Class D driver's license with auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develops and performs group and individual music therapy sessions for prek-12 and adult programs.
• Conducts assessments and sets goals for individual clients.
• Evaluates responses and adapts therapy to meet needs.
• Provides services at multiple Easterseals SWFL sites and client homes.
• Maintains documentation and productivity per Department procedures.
• Upholds infection control and safety standards.

Skills

Music therapy

Autism experience

CPR/First Aid

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music therapy

Job description

Easterseals SWFL provides music therapy to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs to support and strengthen abilities in varied contexts within daily life.

The role includes developing and delivering group and individual sessions for prek-12 and adult programs, with services at multiple Easterseals SWFL sites and client homes. All employees undergo background screens and drug testing.