Music Therapist Honolulu - Part-Time 20 hrs

Kaiser Permanente; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Honolulu, Hawaii is seeking a part-time Music Therapist (20 hrs/week) to plan, organize and provide music therapy experiences addressing patients’ physical and psychological needs in hospice and end-of-life care. The MT works with the Interdisciplinary Team to assess patients, deliver individual or group sessions, and contribute to the plan of care.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy or related field, Board Certified Music Therapist, and a valid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy or related field required.
• Board Certified Music Therapist certificate required at hire.
• Driver's license from any state required at hire.
• One year experience in hospice, hospital or palliative care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Interdisciplinary Team to identify patients for music therapy and plan activities.
• Facilitates instrumental and vocal activities individually or in groups; reports changes to RN Case Manager or Hospice Supervisor.
• Evaluates effectiveness of music therapy services with patient and/or caregiver.
• Participates in memorial services and bereavement programs as appropriate.
• Conducts home visits to provide music therapy; educates staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Maintains continuing education; assists with training of music therapy interns.
• Completes documentation accurately in EMR; complies with policies and regulations.
• Adheres to high standards of professional conduct.

Skills

Knowledge of Music Therapy principles

Singing ability

Instrument playing

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate patient care

End-of-life care experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy

Master's degree (preferred)

Driver's license

Job description

Job Summary:

The Music Therapist (MT) is responsible for planning, organizing, and providing music therapy experiences that are designed to meet patients physical or psychological needs, such as solo or group singing, music listening, instrument playing, and music writing. The MT provides treatment individually or in a group setting utilizing instrumental or vocal music and music therapy techniques such as guided imagery or progressive relaxation.

Essential Responsibilities:

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  Collaborates with members of the Interdisciplinary Team to identify patients who may be appropriate for music therapy and in planning music activities. Performs patient assessments to evaluate appropriateness for a music therapy program and contributes to the plan of care.

  
  


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  Utilizes a variety of musical styles and techniques to meet the individual needs of each patient. Facilitates instrumental and vocal activities individually or in appropriate group settings. Reports changes in the patients conditions and needs to the RN Case Manager or Hospice Supervisor.

  
  


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  On an ongoing basis, evaluates the effectiveness of music therapy services with the patient and/or caregiver of patient. Observes for safety hazards in the patients and organizations environments and takes the appropriate steps to reduce or eliminate them.

  
  


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  Participates in agency Memorial Services and other events as such, when appropriate. Supports the bereavement program through participation, as needed, in ceremonies such as Veteran recognition, Memorial Services, etc.

  
  


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  Conducts home visits to provide music therapy to patients on hospice. Provides education to staff, volunteers, and community partners on music therapy programs. Attends and participates in in-services, staff meetings and case conferences.

  
  


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  Maintains continuing education through academic studies, seminars, and workshops. Assists with the training of music therapy interns.

  
  


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  Completes all documentation in an accurate and legible manner and / or EMR. Complies with hospice policies and procedures, laws and regulations and standard of practice.

  
  


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  Adheres to the highest standards of professional and personal conduct in the performance of his/her duties.

  
  

  Basic Qualifications:

  
  

  Experience

  
  


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  N/A.

  
  

  Education

  
  


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  Bachelors Degree in Music Therapy or other related field.

  
  

  License, Certification, Registration

  
  


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  Driver's License (from any state) required at hire

  
  


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  Board Certified Music Therapist Certificate required at hire

  
  

  Additional Requirements:

  
  


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  Knowledge about principles, theories and practices of Music Therapy.

  
  


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  Ability to sing and play a musical instrument and to assess musical and non-musical skills and abilities of individuals.

  
  


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  Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  
  


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  Ability to serve patients and their families at the end of life.

  
  


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  Possess a compassionate attitude in caring for hospice patients and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team.

  
  

  Preferred Qualifications:

  
  


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  One year experience working in a hospice, hospital or palliative care setting.

  
  


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  Experience training and mentoring Music Therapy interns.

  
  


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  Masters degree in Music Therapy or other related field.

  
  

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Music Therapist Honolulu - Part-Time 20 hrs

LOCATION: Honolulu, Hawaii

REQNUMBER: 1448799

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.