Music Therapist at St. Croix Hospice

Join the St. Croix Hospice Family!The Music Therapist, provides music therapy services under the direction of the clinical supervisor or clinical director and according to the individualized plan of care.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIESProvides direct music therapy according to directions of clinical supervisor / clinical director and in accordance with the plan of care.Assesses referral/patient for appropriate medical indication for services and performs assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy.Treats patient to relieve symptoms and provide psychological, psychosocial, physical, and spiritual comfort.Directs and aids patients through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, agitation, restlessness, depression, pain, emotional distress (patient and family), spiritual distress, and social isolation.Assist patient with needs regarding relaxation, communication, family support, anticipatory grief (patient and family), and interest in life legacy/review interventions.Utilize interventions such as relaxation, imagery, lyric analysis, song writing, reminiscence, entrainment, life review, receptive listening, and life legacy projects.Observes and reports to the clinical supervisor or clinical director and the organization personnel the patients response to treatment and any changes in patients condition.Provides education and awareness to clinical team regarding appropriateness or contraindications for therapy treatment.Maintains necessary records; clinical notes, problem charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patients clinical record within 24-48 hours of session and modified as needed.Participates in interdisciplinary group and organization in-service education program as needed.Participates in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.Graduate of an accredited music therapy program with Bachelors degree in Music Therapy. Meets personnel qualifications stated in 418.114(b).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.The hourly base range for this role is $21.00-27.50/hr. This range is a good faith estimate; we may pay more or less than the posted range, and this range may be modified in the future. Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The total compensation package for this position may also include the opportunity to participate in employee benefits including our medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) retirement plans, subject to applicable plan terms, and/or eligibility for other compensation.by Jobble