Music Therapist

Job Summary

As a Music Therapist at St. Croix Hospice, you will provide music therapy services to patients under the direction of the clinical supervisor or clinical director. Your goal will be to alleviate symptoms and provide psychological, psychosocial, physical, and spiritual comfort to our patients.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct music therapy according to the individualized plan of care
Assess patients for appropriate medical indication for services and determine effectiveness of therapy
Treat patients to relieve symptoms and provide comfort
Direct and aid patients through music therapy interventions to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, agitation, restlessness, depression, pain, emotional distress, and social isolation
Utilize interventions such as relaxation, imagery, lyric analysis, song writing, reminiscence, entrainment, life review, receptive listening, and life legacy projects
Observe and report patient response to treatment and any changes in patient condition
Maintain necessary records and provide education to clinical team

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited music therapy program with Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy
Completion and passing of National Certification Exam (CBMT) credentials of MT-BC Music Therapy Board Certified preferred
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order

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