Smithtown Center for Rehab, is an exceptional team-oriented facility Looking to hire for the Music Therapist position. where we thrive on making our residents and staff as comfortable and happy as possible. We provide our team with everything necessary to help you succeed and grow! Come join us and turn your work dreams into reality.
LCAT Supervision available by licensed creative arts therapist
What’s in it for you as a Music Therapist:
Great Work Environment
Rewarding experience
Part of a team in our Recreation Department
Referral Program
Job Description:
Responsible for planning and conducting interesting large/small group musical-based programs independently, that meet the needs of the adult, geriatric and dementia population as well as age-specific
Will utilize the latest musical techniques and methodologies in programming and assist in contributing ideas to the program calendar
Facilitate independent/one to one Music Therapy sessions
Monitor inventory of musical supplies as needed to carry out programs
Transport residents to/from group music programs
Documentation of program attendance
Assists in developing and planning special musical events
Encourage residents to attend programs regularly to improve their quality of life
Set up & clean up of activity programs
Familiar with a variety of instruments and is able to teach these to the residents.
Represents the organization professionally.
Promptly reports all needs and concerns to Supervisor or designated alternate.
Interacts positively with residents, family members, personnel and visitors under a variety of conditions and circumstances.
Qualifications as a Music Therapist:
Board Certified Music Therapist and/or Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy or equivalent
At least 2 years’ experience as a Music Therapist working in a Therapeutic Recreation setting (preferred)
Pleasant singing voice and proficient on piano/guitar
Familiar with a variety of instruments and ability to teach to the residents
Ability to work well with others in a team environment
Ability to deal with difficult behaviors
The ability to push, pull, lift a minimum of 50lbs or more.
Must be fully vaccinated
Shift: Part Time, Sun-Mon 10am-4:30pm
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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