Music Therapist

We are seeking a skilled Music Therapist to join our team at St. Croix Hospice. As a Music Therapist, you will provide music therapy services to patients under the direction of our clinical supervisor or clinical director.

• Provide direct music therapy sessions to patients, following the individualized plan of care.
• Assess patients for medical indication for services and determine the effectiveness of therapy.
• Treat patients to relieve symptoms and provide comfort, including alleviating anxiety, agitation, restlessness, depression, pain, emotional distress, and social isolation.
• Direct patients through music therapy interventions to assist with relaxation, communication, family support, and interest in life legacy/review.
• 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 changes in condition to the clinical supervisor or clinical director and organization personnel.
• Provide education and awareness to the clinical team regarding therapy treatment appropriateness or contraindications.
• Maintain necessary records, including clinical notes, problem charting, and coordination notes.

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