Part-Time Music Therapist

Little Star Center, Inc.; Carmel (IN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary $50,000

Monthly bonus potential

Medical & dental options (2)

Vision coverage (100% paid)

Nine holidays

401k with company match

Paid travel time and mileage

Recertification cost paid

Job summary

LittleStar ABA Therapy is seeking a Part-Time Music Therapist to provide Medicaid Waiver and private-pay music therapy in Carmel, IN. Services will occur at the Carmel therapy center, client homes, and community facilities.

The role starts part-time with potential to grow to a full-time caseload; must hold MT-BC and bachelor’s in music therapy, with CPR/First Aid, and a clean background. Competitive benefits and PSLF eligibility are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music therapy is required.
• MT-BC certification required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required annually.
• Criminal background check clearance required per Medicaid Waiver regulations.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct music therapy assessments to determine goals for PCISP.
• Create and implement approved music therapy treatment plans.
• Track data per session and report progress quarterly.
• Respond to high-risk situations per individual plans.
• Submit client billing and other paperwork promptly.
• Communicate with families and Waiver Services Director about updates.

Skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Time management

MS Word / Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in music therapy

MT-BC certification

CPR certification

First aid certification

Clear criminal background

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Part-Time Music Therapist

Waiver Part Time Carmel, IN, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1042

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

We deliver exceptional service by hiring extraordinary talent!

Summary

LittleStar ABA Therapy is looking for a motivated and energetic Music Therapist to provide services to families on the Medicaid Waiver and private pay music therapy services in surrounding areas. This position will start as part-time with the opportunity to build a full-time case load.Services will occur at the Carmel therapy center, in the client's home, and community-based facilities.

About Us

LittleStar ABA Therapy works with children, teens, and young adults affected by autism. We are a non-profit organization, and we were the first ABA Center in the state of Indiana. We have been improving the lives of individuals with autism for over 20 years!

Why Work at LittleStar?

• Designated space for sessions to occur at the Carmel therapy center
• A friendly, collaborative, highly skilled team
• Annual stipend for professional development, continued education, and instruments
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program eligibility

GREAT BENEFITS

• Starting salary at $50,000
• Opportunity to earn a monthly bonus
• Three options for medical and two options for dental (50% paid by LittleStar). Vision (100% paid by LittleStar)
• Ninepaid holidays
• 401k with up to 4% company match
• Paid travel time and mileage
• Recertification cost paid byLittleStar

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts music therapy assessment to determine appropriate goals to be listed on the PCISP.
• Creates and implements approved treatment plan based on music therapy assessment.
• Tracks data per session and reports progress on quarterly reports submitted to the treatment team.
• Implements appropriate response to high-risk areas as outlined in each individual’s high-risk plan.
• Completes and submits client billing as directed and in a timely manner.
• Completes and submits additional paperwork in a timely manner (time clock exception forms, incident reports, temperature tracking forms, etc.).
• Communicates with clients' families regarding services.
• Communicates with Waiver Services Director regarding all developments, problems, or concerns as needed and requests feedback.
• Attends and participates in team meetings for clients on caseload.
• Maintains client and family confidentiality per LittleStar policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Regulations.

Educational Qualifications and Skills:

• Hold a minimum bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in music therapy.
• Hold MT-BC certification designated by the Certification Board of Music Therapists.
• Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First aid certification annually and perform, as necessary.
• Possess and maintain a clear criminal record per Medicaid Waiver regulation requirements.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Apositive team player and energetic professional.
• Strong organizational and time management skills along with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Good judgment and creative thinking skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Condition of Employment

• Must successfully pass the initial and updated criminal history, background, and record checks, which includes driving history checks.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as provided by LittleStar, where physical distance cannot be attained as needed.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Sessions will also occur in the client's home, center based, or community-based facilities.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations can be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request.

Travel

Therapist will not transport clients; however, will travel to the locations of each session (client's home or community-based facilities) not to exceed 30 miles.

Mission

Inclusive, high-quality care and advocacy for neurodiverse individuals and their communities.

Vision

A world where all neurodiverse individuals and their communities are valued, supported, and empowered.

Core Values

Real Care, Real Advocacy, and Real Progress

This Employer Participates in E-Verify and All Offers of Employment are Contingent Upon Clear Results of a Background Check