Senior Living Music Therapist (MT-BC)

Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury seeks a licensed Music Therapist to provide clinical therapy services to residents, including assessments, treatment planning, and group sessions. The role emphasizes collaboration with the Creative Arts Therapies team and supervision of students, with a focus on aging and cognitive health.

The position requires Virginia licensure as a Music Therapist, MT-BC credential, and a bachelor’s degree in music therapy.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Music Therapist licensure in Virginia by employment date.
• Current MT-BC credential by employment date.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in music therapy from an accredited program by employment date.
• Experience with older adults and dementia or neurological conditions is preferred.
• AMTA membership preferred.
• Experience supervising practicum students and interns preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with computer technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide music therapy services meeting AMTA and CBMT standards and SVWC policy.
• Conduct assessments to identify residents' needs and goals for therapy.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and goals.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate therapy interventions and document progress.
• Maintain a caseload for individual and group music therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and participate in care planning.
• Supervise practicum students and interns per guidelines.
• Schedule sessions and coordinate with residents, families, and staff.
• Ensure equipment and environment are maintained and safe.

Skills

Licensed Music Therapist

MT-BC credential

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Creativity and passion for music

Education

Bachelor's degree in music therapy

Job description

Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury seeks a licensed Music Therapist to provide clinical therapy services to residents, including assessments, treatment planning, and group sessions. The role emphasizes collaboration with the Creative Arts Therapies team and supervision of students, with a focus on aging and cognitive health.

The position requires Virginia licensure as a Music Therapist, MT-BC credential, and a bachelor’s degree in music therapy.