Music Therapist Lead

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital is seeking a Music Therapist Lead to oversee and implement music therapy interventions. The role involves collaboration with various teams to promote the psychosocial and developmental needs of pediatric patients. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy and possess necessary licensure and certifications. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership skills and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Music Therapist (LPMT) in Ohio required.
• Certification by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (MT-BC) required.
• Pediatric music therapy experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of music therapy interventions.
• Supervise and train music therapists, ensuring ethical practices.
• Engage in leadership roles within the organization and other professional bodies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Musical skills

Knowledge of human development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy

Master's Degree

Job description

Overview:

Job Description Summary:

Leads Music Therapists in developing, implementing, and evaluating music therapy interventions that address the psychosocial and developmental needs of patients. Contributes to the professional development of team members and program.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Models and leads the Music Therapists within the interdisciplinary team to improve or maintain social, emotional, functional, and physical health of patients and families.
• Ensures ethical and sound decision-making, appropriate documentation, and appropriate interpersonal communication of the music therapists.
• Demonstrates professional leadership through clinical supervision and participation in research, presentations, and continuing education initiatives.
• Engages in leadership roles within Family and Volunteer Services, NCH, and other professional organizations.
• Collaborates with Family and Volunteer Services leadership, internal stakeholders and other affiliated teams in the development, implementation, and evaluation of music therapy services.
• Leads projects and initiatives to enhance and propel programs and services.

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy, required.
• Master’s Degree, preferred.

Licensure Requirement:

Licensed Professional Music Therapist (LPMT) in the state of Ohio, required.

Certifications:

Certification by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (MT-BC), required.

Skills:

• Working knowledge of music relevant to the pediatric population.
• Competence in voice, accompanying instruments, and musical skills, required.
• Working knowledge of human development, developmentally appropriate practices, patient assessment, and the psychosocial impact of heath care experiences on patients and families.
• Excellent organizational skills, project management, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge of research design and methodology.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Experience:

• Pediatric music therapy experience, required.
• Experience supervising or precepting others, required.
• Experience in program planning, management, leadership, and teaching, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Sitting, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"