Youth Music & Creative Therapies Specialist

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Relocation assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cunningham Children's Home is seeking a Special Therapies Specialist to guide youth in residential care through emotional and behavioral growth using music and other modalities. You will work with clinical teams to create meaningful therapeutic experiences in a trauma-informed setting.

The role emphasizes safe environments, collaboration with interdisciplinary partners, and strong documentation to ensure high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music therapy required or enrolled in program with licensure pathway.
• Licensed Professional Music Therapist preferred or eligible within 3 months of hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required upon hire; lifeguard certification preferred.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead individual and group therapeutic sessions using music and creative therapies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and planning.
• Maintain safe, supportive environments and strong documentation per policy.

Skills

Trauma-informed practices

DSM-5 diagnoses

Group therapy

Clinical decision-making

Documentation

Behavior management

Engaging youth

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in music therapy

Tools

CPR and First Aid

Job description

Cunningham Children's Home is seeking a Special Therapies Specialist to guide youth in residential care through emotional and behavioral growth using music and other modalities. You will work with clinical teams to create meaningful therapeutic experiences in a trauma-informed setting.

The role emphasizes safe environments, collaboration with interdisciplinary partners, and strong documentation to ensure high standards of care.