Music Therapist

Birch Bay Retirement Village•Bar Harbor, ME

About The Position

Designs, coordinates, and implements music therapy services in all settings within the MDI Health Organization. The role provides independent assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic intervention, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Treatment plans may include creating, singing, moving to, and/or listening to music.

Requirements

Degree in music therapy from a college or university approved by the American Music Therapy Association.
Current board certification and current CBMT Certification.
Meets criteria for National Roster Internship Director.
Two or more years of experience in medical and/or geriatric services.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform effectively under stressful situations, prioritize, multitask, and follow through.
Able to sit, stand, and walk for an 8-hour shift.
Adequate hearing, vision, speech, and manual dexterity.
General health must allow regularly working scheduled hours.
Able to lift and carry 25 to 50 pounds, including when assisting residents in and out of chairs.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with memory loss care.
Experience with clinical supervision and/or internship supervision.
Additional languages.

Responsibilities

Design, coordinate, and implement music therapy services in all settings within the MDI Health Organization.
Provide independent assessment and treatment planning.
Deliver therapeutic interventions, which may include creating, singing, moving to, and/or listening to music.
Document services and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Provide direct assistance to residents when necessary.