Music Therapist

4 weeks ago

Lafayette, United States ViaQuest Full time
Music Therapist A Great Opportunity

ViaQuest has partnered with Insights to offer unique and individualized care to children, adolescents, adults with developmental disabilities and those suffering from extreme trauma. Our clients are supported by a team of mental health professionals to provide the best possible care. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the clients we serve
Responsibilities may include: Collaborate with all members of the individuals’ service team to ensure great communication and customer service is in place. Subscribe to a clinical strengths-based approach, Be invested in the team process and demonstrate strong clinical skills and interpersonal communication skills. Uses Music therapy supports to aid in the development and growth in the following areas: social skills, communication, motor skills, emotional expression, coping skills, attention span, cognitive skills, and other identified need areas. Uses music therapy to stimulate and develop attention to be a significant support for those with more complex needs. Uses music to influence connectivity in multiple parts of the brain to elicit changes in brain function, improving communication between the brain and body. Uses dedicated therapy treatments to regulate intentional motor movement patterns that consequently improves communication, body awareness and control, motivating changes in other areas of their patient's life.  Requirements for this position include:  Minimum of Undergraduate degree in music therapy (MT-BC). Valid driver’s license, Auto insurance, and reliable transportation. Experience with the Medicaid Waiver, Neurologic Music Therapy and in the field of Disability Support is highly valued.  2 years of music therapy experience preferred.
What ViaQuest can offer you:  Comprehensive training. Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k). Paid-time off. Premium holiday pay.  Flexible scheduling.  Employee referral bonus program.