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Position OverviewFairview Senior Living is seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time Music Therapist to join our team in Hudson, NH. In this role, you will provide clinical and evidence-based music interventions to residents across various care levels, including skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, rehabilitation, and memory care. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams to address the physical, emotional, social, behavioral, and cognitive needs of our residents through personalized music therapy. Hours: Day shifts, specific hours to be discussed during the interview process.Key Responsibilities:Facilitate Therapy sessions: Lead group and individual music therapy sessions for residents in skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, rehabilitation, and memory care settingsDesign and Adapt Interventions: Develop and modify music interventions based on the evolving needs of the resident populationAssessment and Treatment Planning: Administer formal music therapy assessments, evaluate residents' potential for benefit from therapy, and create individualized treatment plans with clear musical and non-musical goalsDocumentation: Accurately document observations, responses, and progress following all therapy sessions. Maintain daily, monthly, and quarterly progress notes, and adjust goals as necessaryCollaborate with Care Teams: Participate in weekly interdisciplinary care team meetings to evaluate resident needs and develop strategies for critical casesData Presentation: Present data on quarterly progress, stagnation, and areas for improvement in QAPI meetingsMaintain Confidentiality: Adhere to HIPAA regulations to ensure the confidentiality of all resident informationTelehealth Facilitation: Provide telehealth sessions as needed to maintain continuity of care during quarantine or other protocolsInfection Control: Follow strict infection control protocols, including cleaning all therapy instruments and managing any soiled materialsProfessional Development: Engage in continuing education through CMTEs and CBMT requirements, applying current music therapy practices and advancementsMusical Accompaniment: Offer musical accompaniment for facility-wide events and activities as requestedSchedule Coordination: Work with activities directors to adjust the music therapy schedule in accordance with the facility's monthly activities calendarManager on Duty: Volunteer for at least two Manager on Duty (MOD) weekends every six months, adhering to the duties outlined by the Director of NursingSkill Development: Continuously improve skills in guitar, piano, percussion, and voiceAdditional Duties: Perform other related duties as assignedQualifications:Bachelor's degree in an accredited Music Therapy programAn understanding of providing music therapy to individuals with dementia, with the ability to tailor interventions and customize approaches to enhance cognitive function, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life, all delivered with respect and empathyCurrent MT-BC status through CBMTProficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding EnglishAbility to make independent decisions when neededExcellent interpersonal skills to engage effectively with residents, family members, staff, and visitorsKnowledgeable about AMTA Standards of Practice and EthicsBenefits Include:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort-Term Disability InsuranceLong-Term Disability InsurancePaid Time Off401(k) MatchingFree Life Insurance PolicyTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)About UsFairview Senior Living has been a trusted pillar in the healthcare community since 1951, providing our residents with an unparalleled level of personalized, compassionate care. We have four levels of care at one location: Fairview Skilled Nursing, Fairview Rehabilitation, Laurel Place Assisted Living, and The Inn at Fairview Memory Care.Fairview Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. For more information, please visit www.fairviewseniorliving.com.