Music Therapist - FT

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

BJC Total Rewards

Job summary

Barnes Jewish Hospital is seeking a Music Therapist to organize and implement a therapeutic music program addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of patients.

The role involves designing sessions for individuals and groups, collaborating with the Behavioral Health team, and using live music to engage patients in a well-equipped recreation space overlooking Forest Park.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy required.
• Board Certified Music Therapist credential required.
• Experience in music therapy and group sessions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts music sessions for individuals and groups, based on client needs.
• Coordinates therapy with other team members and shares response to music therapy intervention.
• Uses music therapy to address physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs.

Skills

Music therapy

Education

BS in Music Therapy

Board Certified Music Therapist

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Are you looking for a career as a Music Therpist? Join our team at Barnes Jewish Hospital to make a direct impact on patient care and operations.

This role works independently to complete patient assessments and facilitate therapeutic live music groups, with guitar or piano preferred. The Activity Therapist will join a collaborative team of Activity Therapists and Behavioral Associates and help engage patients through a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities in a well-equipped recreation space overlooking Forest Park.

• Full Time - 40 Hours Per Week, M-F, 1 weekend/month, 1 holiday/year
• Day Shift: 8am-4:30pm
• Perks: Benefits Eligible
• Location: Barnes Jewish Hospital (Behavioral Health Department)
• Minimum Requirements:
  • BS in Music Therapy
  • Board Certified Music Therapist

Role Purpose

Organizes and implements a music therapy program to address physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of patients.

Responsibilities

• Uses music therapy as a process that combines the verbally transcendent and emotionally authentic aspects of music with the needs of the patient.
• Serves as a resource person and guide providing musical experiences that will aid in patient care.
• Designs and conducts music sessions for individuals and groups, based on client needs.
• Coordinates therapy with other team members and shares response to music therapy intervention.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree

- Music Therapy

Experience

• <2 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Bd Certified Music Therapist

Preferred Requirements

Experience

• 2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

• < 2 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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