Expressive Therapist

The University of Kansas Health System•Kansas City, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Expressive Therapist, specifically a Music Therapist, works under the direction of the Clinical Manager and primarily provides group therapy to patients. The role involves developing, organizing, coordinating, and implementing therapeutic activities using music. The therapist facilitates treatment plans through appropriate therapeutic methods, schedules and completes daily group therapy, and monitors patients’ progress toward treatment goals. The position is responsible for continuity and quality of patient care and treatment, professional accountability, and safety within the scope of practice. The therapist follows applicable policies, procedures, standards, and professional ethics, and maintains relevant knowledge and competence through workshops, professional publications, and personal networks. Additional duties may be assigned, and responsibilities may vary by department or unit.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Bachelor’s degree in a related expressive therapy field, such as Music or Recreation Therapy, or a master’s degree in a related expressive therapy field, such as Art or Drama Therapy.
Master’s degree.
Computer literacy and working knowledge of applicable software programs.
Ability to engage clients and families.

Nice To Haves

Specialized certification, such as CTRS, MT-BC, ATR, or RDT.

Responsibilities

Develop, organize, coordinate, and implement therapeutic activities using music.
Primarily provide group therapy to patients.
Facilitate treatment plans using appropriate treatment methodologies.
Schedule and complete group therapy daily.
Monitor patients’ progress toward treatment goals.
Maintain continuity and quality of patient care and treatment.
Accept responsibility and accountability for achieving optimal outcomes within the scope of practice.
Follow policies, procedures, standards, and the professional code of ethics.
Assume responsibility for risk and safety issues associated with the position.
Maintain knowledge and competence through workshops, professional publications, and personal networks.