Hospice Music Therapist
About The Position
Music therapy in hospice care uses music to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs of people facing end-of-life, as well as the needs of their families. Hospice Music Therapists assess patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide music therapy sessions to help manage pain, reduce anxiety, and improve mood. Music therapy may especially benefit patients who lack social interaction or sensory stimulation; experience pain or symptoms that are difficult to control through traditional medical interventions; feel anxious or are affected by dementia; seek concrete ways to cope with or express feelings and thoughts; face communication problems due to physical or intellectual impairments; need spiritual support, possibly involving family members; or enjoy music as a way to enhance quality of life or maintain dignity. The role serves Joplin, Missouri, and surrounding areas and is paid per visit. The organization describes its mission as offering new beginnings and meaningful opportunities to caregivers and clinicians while providing home care services built on innovation, skill, and Christ-like values of compassion, honesty, and patience.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Music Therapy from an accredited program.
- Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) certification.
- Valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.
Responsibilities
- Assess hospice patients.
- Develop personalized music therapy treatment plans.
- Provide music therapy sessions to help manage pain, reduce anxiety, and improve mood.
- Address patients' physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs, as well as the needs of their families.
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Job Type
Full-time
