MUSIC THERAPIST (CERTIFIED) - Full Time
About The Position
Full time position. JOB SUMMARY: Provides Music therapy,to patients in one or more programs of the hospital within the therapeutic milieu. Works as a member of a multidisciplinary team in planning, implementing and evaluating individualized treatment plans. The Music Therapist also provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention and activities of daily living. Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is dedicated to providing behavioral health and psychiatric support to children and teens ages 3 to 17. Above all else, we treat every patient with compassion and respect. Using evidence-based treatment approaches and individualized care, we strive to instill hope in our patients, their families and our community. For Benefit information, please visit: UHS Benefits Service Center
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Music Therapy; Master’s Degree preferred.
- One year experience working with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
- Music Therapy Certification (or is certification eligible) by the professional organization in the area(s) of expertise preferred.
- Lifesaving and/or water safety instructor certification desirable
- Prefer knowledge of case management, discharge planning, group leadership skills, age specific growth and development, crisis and behavior management, family therapy theory and practice.
- Knowledge of theory and practice of psychosocial assessments.
- Able to work cooperatively with other hospital staff and involved community agencies.
- Good organization skills, as well as oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Provides Music therapy to patients in one or more programs of the hospital within the therapeutic milieu.
- Works as a member of a multidisciplinary team in planning, implementing and evaluating individualized treatment plans.
- Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu
- Crisis intervention
- Activities of daily living.
Benefits
- For Benefit information, please visit: UHS Benefits Service Center
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
