Music Therapist - Hospice of Michigan

Job Summary:Responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of an on-going program of musical activities designed to meet the interest and physical, mental, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

Essential Functions:

• Develops, administers and coordinates therapy programs in a variety of care settings; i.e. nursing homes, IPU and home settings.
• Implements music activities that facilitate non-musical goals (e.g., sensory stimulation, memory recall, positive failure, free experiences, socialization, etc.)
• Works as part of the Interdisciplinary Team in determining therapeutic objectives and goals. Provides input to appropriate staff regarding music therapy.
• Assists in recruiting, organizing and implementing programs utilizing students, interns and volunteers.
• Plans and performs group and one to one activities appropriate to the needs of each patient according to the plan of care.
• Provides entertainment at various activities and programs as needed.
• Keeps accurate and thorough documentation of activities.
• Keeps the Agency informed of event and/or activity changes.
• Assists with the growth and expansion of the music therapy program.
• Completes and submits all necessary requisitions for funds, volunteers, supplies, etc. for specific activities.
• Provides general guidance to volunteers and serves as a mentor to students and interns.
• Follows established safety and infection control policies and procedures and participates in all required in-service training.
• Serves on various committees as directed by supervisor.
• Adheres to organizational policies, procedures, Code of Conduct and all regulatory and legal requirements.
• Adheres to the C.A.R.E. Model of Service: courtesy, acknowledgment, response and empathy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited institution required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Current Music Therapist-Board Certified certification required or achieved within six (6) months of hire.
• Two to three years of experience in hospice or healthcare; hospice greatly preferred.
• Ability to seek out new methods to incorporate music therapy into patients’ plan of care.
• Must have a basic understanding of the elderly and aging process; experience with end-of-life care or death and dying preferred.
• Ability to make independent decisions and good communications skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order, if assigned to patients in community home environment.
• Proof of current tuberculin testing required. Patient contact will not be allowed until tuberculin clearance is documented.
• The physical and sensory demands of the position include: vision, effective speech and hearing for extensive telephone contact; repetitive motion; traveling; driving or riding in motor vehicle; standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and stretching; lifting up to forty five (45) pounds unassisted and the ability to assist in lifting patients using appropriate lifting techniques and/or devices.
• Must have reliable transportation to be able to travel and maintain the rigors of a busy schedule. Frequently works variable hours/days; activities and workload may require extended days.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.