Day Habilitation Music Instructor - APluscare LLC

Reporting Supervisor: Day Habilitation Program Director

Position Summary: The Music Instructor will be responsible for creating and implementing engaging music programs that
promote creativity, self-expression, and personal growth among our Day Habilitation Individuals.

Duties:
• Develop and Implement Music Programs:
- Design and implement appropriate music programs and activities for individuals.
- Plan lessons that incorporate a variety of musical instruments, genres, and techniques to engage participants and
foster their attention and musical skills.
- Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate different learning abilities.
• Provide Individual and Group Instruction:
- Teach basic music skills, rhythm, and melody to participants.
- Offer individualized instruction to help participants develop their musical abilities and talents.
- Conduct group music sessions, encouraging participants to collaborate and express themselves through music.
• Foster Creativity and Self-Expression:
- Encourage participants to explore their creativity through music and express their emotions through singing,
playing instruments, and movement.
- Provide opportunities for participants to write songs, create musical compositions, and perform for others.
• Assess Progress and Provide Feedback:
- Evaluate Individuals musical abilities and progress and provide constructive feedback to support their growth and
development.
- Keep detailed records of participants' achievements, areas of improvement, and individualized goals.
• All other duties as assigned or requested

Qualifications:
• 2 years of previous experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or equivalent education is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Therapy, or a related field (preferred).
• Knowledge of various musical instruments, techniques, and genres.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help individuals explore and enjoy music.
• Organizational skills to plan and coordinate music programs and activities.
• Flexibility to adjust teaching strategies based on individual progress and abilities.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
• Handles basic concepts and problems, balancing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• The ability to effectively communicate (orally and written) and interact with others, including diverse, interdisciplinary, cross-functional teams
• The ability to read, concentrate and learn
• Physical requirements include: sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, walking, lifting, pushing, and pulling in excess
of 50 pounds, and crisis management techniques including physical holds and restraints
• Ability to stand, walk, and move freely around the facility to actively engage with participants
• Lift and carry musical instruments and equipment as needed.
• Good manual dexterity to play musical instruments and demonstrate proper techniques
• Excellent listening skills and ability to communicate effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Patience and emotional resilience to handle challenging behaviors and adapt teaching methods accordingly
• Support and maintain all corporate policies, procedures, and quality and confidentiality standards
• Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed to meet the needs of the organization at any time.

Trainings: All must successfully complete the mandatory DDD trainings: Overview of Developmental Disabilities, Abuse and Neglect, Medication Administration, CPR & First Aid, Agency New Hire Orientation, Agency's approved training on handling Life-Threatening Emergencies/ Danielle's Law and other professionally based training deemed necessary.