Overview: When you join White Oak Cottages at Fox Hill Village in Westwood, MA, you’ll work in a beautiful environment with a warm and friendly culture while having the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a difference in the lives of senior adults. And you’ll be part of a passionate, hard-working team of professionals with a structure that supports your growth and development. The Job: We are seeking a full-time Therapeutic Program Manager to join our…
Dear friends and colleagues, Thank you to all attendees who participated in our Spring Conference, held from April 3rd to 5th, 2025, at the Westin Portland Harborview in Portland, Maine. The conference was a resounding success. Attendees enthusiastically embraced the theme of “Amplify Your Voice!” The conference featured a diverse range of activities, including the opening circle led by students, musical performances by new professionals during the closing circle, and a keynote panel discussion by allied health professionals…
NER Community Members, Our Spring General Membership Meeting will be held Friday, April 4th, 2025 from 8-10 AM EDT in person at the Westin Portland Harborview in Portland, ME . Please review the Fall General Membership Meeting minutes from December 11, 2024, and the draft agenda for this Friday’s meeting. Thank you! Wendy Krueger, MA, MT-BC President, NER-AMTA she/her/hers
As part of the 75th anniversary of the legacy music therapy associations that now comprise the American Music Therapy Association, AMTA is curating a special journal issue —and we’d love to hear from music therapists and supporters across the music therapy community. What are two JMT and/or MTP articles that have had a meaningful impact on your work and/or the evolution of the profession? Share your selections by answering the poll: https://forms.gle/2zfkzBkWaMWWYtkx9 The poll is…
Hello!! Very exciting news that Boston Public schools is switching from a contract model to protected unionized benefits eligible music therapy positions at the Carter school!! This has been many years in the making and I am very proud to be involved in the process of establishing this position. They are currently seeking 2 full time music therapists and 1 full time expressive arts therapist for these positions to form a team of expressive arts…
The University of Rhode Island and NER-AMTA invite students to register to present poster sessions at the 2025 NER Conference in Portland, ME. The registration form can be found here: https://forms.gle/JF7bhGJbzfht18Tv7
Instrument Yard Sale for Music Therapists! Calling all music therapists! Find affordable, high-quality instruments to enhance your sessions at our Instrument Yard Sale. Stock up on versatile, expressive tools to enrich your practice without breaking the bank – perfect for engaging clients of all ages. Saturday, April 5, 2025 7:30 am to 9 am, Vendor Hall, Come early for the best selection—see you there! NER Conference 2025 Instrument Yard Sale docs.google.com
Pacific University, Oregon is seeking a Clinical Coordinator of Music Therapy. Come teach and supervise music therapy students at a small liberal arts university in the Portland metro area starting in August 2025. We especially invite candidates with experience supervising undergraduate students in a variety of clinical settings. Find more information and the application here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=168781&clientkey=ABFDAFED645B6920CFDB8559C078F8A5
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Dear colleagues and friends, There is a lot to process in this new year. I trust that many of you have seen the posts and video message from AMTA regarding the president’s executive orders and their potential impact on our organization, our field, and our clients and care partners. AMTA President Angie Snell and Government Relations chair Judy Simpson (as well as many others) have been working tirelessly to get answers for us and we will continue…
The music therapy clinical coordinator will develop, implement, and evaluate a music therapy program for patients and families. The clinical coordinator is responsible for the initiating and supporting work efforts that maximize quality, safety, and services. Foster positive and professional interpersonal relationships with patients/families, physicians, hospital staff, community representatives, and visitors. Effectively use interpersonal communication skills to promote a healing environment. Coordinators will be responsible for clinical supervision and support of music therapy staff. Will…
Assistant Teaching Professor – Music Therapy College of Visual and Performing Arts University of Massachusetts Dartmouth The College of Visual and Performing Arts at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor in Music Therapy to lead the development of music therapy. The College seeks a music therapist and educator who is passionate and experienced with program development, community engagement, and interdisciplinary study. The ideal candidate has strong music skills, familiarity…
Dear Music Therapists in the New England Region, In preparing for our NER Spring Conference in Portland this April, the Nominating Committee is happy to share that 2025 is an election year for NER Executive Board positions. Please self-nominate or nominate a peer if they are willing! The positions are: President-Elect: 6-year commitment (2025-2031) The President-Elect serves two years in each of the following roles: President-Elect, President, and Immediate Past President. They assist…
The Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music, Level I Training, will be offered in Westfield, MA on June 14-17 2025. The Bonny Method of GIM is a music-centered depth approach to therapy that uses specialized music programs to support inner experiences for depth-oriented therapeutic work. This training is designed for music therapists, other mental health professionals, and advanced students in a therapeutic discipline. Music therapy interns and graduate students are welcome. For information and…