Certified Music Therapist, Holtz Children's Hospital, Per Diem, Days

Jackson Health•Miami, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Music Therapist will establish a music therapy program for children with chronic illnesses that require daily, ongoing nursing care, physical, occupational and speech therapy along with respiratory support.

Requirements

Professional clinical experience with medical needs of children/adolescent programming
Proficiency in piano/keyboard and/or guitar required (live audition or video tape may be requested)
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment
Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.
Excellent customer service and communications skills with children, co-workers, and family members.
Knowledge of music theory and music instruction methods.
Knowledge of the various appropriate music therapy activities used for the therapeutic treatment of mentally or physically handicapped patients.
Knowledge of equipment used in music therapy work.
Knowledge of musical program planning.
Music Therapy Board Certified (MT-BC) is required.
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) with 6 months validity

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Assesses needs and administers direct music therapy treatments in order to provide habilitative and rehabilitative services to patients', both individually and in groups.
Plans and organizes music therapeutic activities in accordance with patients' needs, capabilities and interest.
Participates in instrumental and vocal music activities designed to meet patients' needs such as solo or group singing, rhythmic music activities or playing in bands.
Observes and evaluates patients' reactions to various experiences and prepares reports documenting therapeutic changes.
Coordinates the music therapy treatment program with other therapy programs treatment provided by other treatment team members.
Develops a music therapy student practicum and internship program, a volunteer program and act as a liaison in the community.
Maintains a music library, and necessary materials, equipment, and supplies.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary team in provision of direct patient care.
Participates in the development of grant proposals for future funding of the program.
Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence related to the work.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).