Music Therapist

EverTrue•Chesterfield, MO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Music Therapist is responsible for managing and implementing a Music Therapy program for residents in the skilled-nursing, memory care, and assisted living areas. The Music Therapist upholds the philosophy, vision, and core values of the organization and ensures the Christian Mission of EverTrue is realized so that “Older Adults Live Life to the Fullest.”

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in music therapy
Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC)
Knowledge of the physical and cognitive needs of older adults
CPR Certified

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and implement goal-focused music therapy sessions for individuals and groups with varying abilities and needs
Educate staff, family members, and caregivers on benefits of music therapy services offered and provide updates on resident involvement in music therapy when appropriate
Create sessions that address widespread goals of residents, including: social, emotional, physical, cognitive, spiritual, and behavioral. These may include music groups, therapeutic music education, song/lyric discussion, instrument playing, guided music relaxation, music and movement, Drums Alive, etc.
Complete assessments of one-on-one referrals, establish appropriate treatment plan for residents’ individualized goals, and maintain required documentation of resident engagement in music therapy
Coordinate with Director of Lifestyle Enrichment to meet objectives of music therapy program
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams such as Lifestyle Enrichment, Social Work, and Nursing to determine appropriate referrals and increase awareness of music therapy within community
Provide educational in-services for staff to promote understanding of music therapy
Maintain, store, and organize all music therapy equipment and materials