Lecturer of Music Therapy

Appalachian State University • Boone, NC

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About The Position

This faculty member will teach undergraduate music therapy courses such as practicum class, functional music skills courses, and music therapy core classes in their areas of expertise. This faculty member will be expected to supervise multiple undergraduate practicum teams in various settings and manage the pre-internship clinical training program. This faculty member will collaborate with music therapy faculty members and participate in music therapy program meetings. The clinic management duties may include communicating with university partners as necessary, managing all in-take processes for clients, assigning clients to appropriate music therapists, and maintaining electronic medical records and billing procedures. As time allows, the clinical coordinator pursues new community connections for music therapy services. Summer administrative and clinical work may be necessary. This faculty member will carry a 12 hour load each semester with credit for music therapy clinic management, practicum coordination, and any courses taught. This position does not require research or creative activity.

Requirements

• Holds a master’s degree in music therapy, with a minimum of transcripted graduate credits equivalent to 12 semester hours or the equivalent of graduate credits in music therapy beyond the undergraduate equivalency requirements
• At least two years of full-time clinical experience in music therapy or its equivalent in part-time work.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate music therapy courses
• Supervise multiple undergraduate practicum teams
• Manage the pre-internship clinical training program
• Collaborate with music therapy faculty members
• Participate in music therapy program meetings
• Clinic management duties
• Pursue new community connections for music therapy services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees