Music Therapist - Outpatient Services

Belmont Behavioral Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont Behavioral Health System seeks a dedicated Music Therapist to lead and implement activities within the treatment program, facilitating patient progress toward goals. You will plan, organize and direct sessions to improve mental and physical well‑being through music therapy, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role emphasizes applying psychotherapeutic techniques, conducting individual or group therapy, and coordinating care with the treatment team to support patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a therapeutic field required.
• 4+ years’ experience as a therapist; 2+ years with the facility’s population.
• Music Therapist license required.

Responsibilities

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and mental disorders.
• Conduct individual, group or family therapy as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.
• Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.
• Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed and revise as necessary.
• Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards, revising as necessary.
• Maintain a caseload as assigned.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient as appropriate to their treatment plan.
• May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
• Provide case management, discharge planning or after‑care planning according to treatment plan.
• May assist in educating and training staff on behavior management or therapeutic crisis intervention.
• May coordinate various clinical, psychosocial or educational activities with patient and their families.
• Evaluate patient’s need and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or other therapeutic field

Job description

Belmont Behavioral Health System has been a trusted source of superior service for more than 75 years. To ensure that we are best prepared to provide the highest quality of care to individuals and families in the Philadelphia area for decades to come, we have moved into a brand-new building.

We are seeking a dedicated Music Therapist to join our team at Belmont Behavioral Hospital. In this role, you will play a crucial part in planning, organizing, directing and implementing the activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals. You will lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being through music therapy. Belmont Behavioral Hospital is a renowned health‑care facility committed to providing exceptional mental health services to our community where you can make a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Purpose Statement

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective or behavioral. Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan.

Essential Functions

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and mental disorders.
• Conduct individual, group or family therapy as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.
• Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.
• Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed and revise as necessary.
• Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards, revising as necessary.
• Maintain a caseload as assigned.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient as appropriate to their treatment plan.
• May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
• Provide case management, discharge planning or after‑care planning according to treatment plan.
• May assist in educating and training staff on behavior management or therapeutic crisis intervention.
• May coordinate various clinical, psychosocial or educational activities with patient and their families.
• Evaluate patient’s need and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or other therapeutic field is required.
• Four or more years’ experience as a therapist with two or more years’ experience with the specific population of the facility is required.
• MusicTherapist license required

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Music Thereapist License required
• CPR and de‑escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

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