Shannon Laine – New England Region of the American Music Therapy Association

Music Therapist – Full Time

By Shannon Laine | March 31, 2026 by Shannon Laine

Kerrville state hospital in Kerrville, TX has an opening for music therapist on the maximum security forensic unit. I currently work at Kerrville state hospital and I’m happy to answer any questions about this position. More information is available here: https://careers.hhs.texas.gov/hhscjobs/job/KERRVILLE-Registered-Therapist-Senior-TX-78028/1340762900/ The Registered Therapist IV performs highly advanced and complex (senior level) therapeutic rehabilitation activities and treatment. Coordinates therapeutic rehabilitation services and programs within the department. Can supervise and/or provide training to Registered Therapists and…

Jobs NH

Part Time Music Therapist – Portsmouth, NH

By Shannon Laine | March 21, 2026 by Shannon Laine

POSITION: Portsmouth Music and Arts Center seeks a dedicated music educator and board-certified music therapist (MT-BC) to recruit and maintain a caseload for clients ages 5 and up, including adults. The position will be onsite at our building in Portsmouth, NH, at least one day per week, with the potential to add additional days. This position includes an immediate transition period in which the new therapist will co-lead sessions with six individual clients alongside the…

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Part Time Music Therapist

By Shannon Laine | March 16, 2026 by Shannon Laine

A Music Therapist in a long-term care setting uses music-based interventions to support the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of residents. They design and lead individualized or group sessions that may include singing, listening to music, playing instruments, movement to music, and reminiscence activities. These interventions can help reduce anxiety, improve mood, stimulate memory—especially for residents with dementia—and encourage social engagement. Music Therapists collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to incorporate therapeutic music activities…

Events Training Opportunities

GIM Level 1 Training – Connecticut

By Shannon Laine | February 28, 2026 by Shannon Laine

May 17-21, 2026 Wisdom House Litchfield, CT-1 – Heather Wagner Level I Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music Training May 17-21, 2026 Wisdom House, Litchfield, CT Scan QR code for more information.

Jobs RI

Full Time Music Therapist – Hands in Harmony

By Shannon Laine | February 16, 2026 by Shannon Laine

Music Therapist (MT-BC or MT-BC Eligible) Hands in Harmony, 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization Rhode Island Hands in Harmony is seeking a passionate Music Therapist to join our growing team serving diverse populations across the lifespan in community, school-based, medical, early intervention, behavioral health, clinic and home-based and memory care settings. The Music Therapist will provide 20–25 billable hours per week, facilitate evaluations, develop data-driven treatment plans, complete documentation aligned with contractual requirements, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams,…

Jobs Out of Region

Senior Recreation Therapist – Out of Area

By Shannon Laine | February 15, 2026 by Shannon Laine

NYS Office of Mental Health at Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center is currently seeking a “Senior Recreation Therapist”. Open to all creative arts therapists including experienced recreation therapists and music therapists. If you, or anyone you know, is interested in specialized and continuous learning opportunities within a forensic psychiatric setting with an eagerness to make an impact, we want to hear from you. For more details and instructions on how to apply, please follow the link…

Jobs Out of Region

Recreation Therapist – Out of Area

By Shannon Laine | February 15, 2026 by Shannon Laine

NYS Office of Mental Health at Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center is currently seeking a trained Music Therapist – please see “Recreation Therapist – Music” to apply (Entry Level Music Therapists welcome to apply). Click here for website to apply https://statejobs.ny.gov/public/vacancyDetailsView.cfm?id=209260 If you, or anyone you know, is interested in specialized and continuous learning opportunities within a forensic psychiatric setting with an eagerness to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Events Training Opportunities

Neurologic Music Therapy Training – April 2026

By Shannon Laine | February 10, 2026 by Shannon Laine

The Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy® is hosting an in-person training from April 23-26, 2026 in Neurologic Music Therapy® in partnership with MedRhythms, Inc. The Academy is an approved provider of the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT), and this training offers 42 CMTE credits. More information as well as how to register can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/neurologic-music-therapy-training-inst-april-23-26-in-boston-tickets-1968345154343?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Full Time Music Therapist – Out of Area

By Shannon Laine | February 10, 2026 by Shannon Laine

Providence Swedish is seeking a licensed Music Therapist to join our Oncology Outpatient Clinics. In this role, you will provide evidence-based music therapy interventions that reduce stress, strengthen coping skills, foster creative expression, and support the physical and emotional well-being of patients and families throughout the cancer journey. Follow the link below to learn more and apply: https://providenceswedish.jobs/seattle-wa/music-therapist-oncology/F9A89F422F804F2C9C9C7536FD385FD7/job/

Jobs MA

Part Time Music Therapist – Groton Hill Music Center

By Shannon Laine | February 10, 2026 by Shannon Laine

HOURS: 2 hours/week COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience, $75 – $100 per hour START DATE: February 2026 – August 2026 LOCATION: Littleton Academy, 22 King Street, Littleton, MA Groton Hill Music Center is the premier nonprofit organization in the region for outstanding music education, professional performances, and community engagement programs. Our Community Engagement division is partnering with Littleton Academy, a therapeutic residential school that provides comprehensive clinical treatment and education to latency age boys and girls…

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Part Time Music Therapist

By Shannon Laine | January 28, 2026 by Shannon Laine

RAMEY MUSIC operates with the mission to share the healing creativity, meaningful communication, and transformative power of music with all. This means we work with all populations and ages; in individual and group settings; in our center and in offsite locations such as schools, group homes, assisted living facilities, community centers; and more. This position provides the opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team and unleash your creativity, high energy, and your excitement to…

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Full Time Professor

By Shannon Laine | January 20, 2026 by Shannon Laine

Department of Music, Assistant Professor of Music Therapy – To lead our Bachelor of Music undergraduate program in Music Therapy as program director and professor. This position will include program development, as our program is in its initial stages, as well as liaison responsibilities with sites (and practitioners) in the Inland Empire and San Bernardino County that provide music therapy. This position is thus both student-facing and community-facing, and will involve student advising and recruiting…

Events NER Regional Conference

2026 Regional Conference Registration – Portsmouth, NH

By Shannon Laine | January 5, 2026 by Shannon Laine

Dear Colleagues, We are happy to announce that registration for NER Conference 2026: “The Power of Community” is now open! On the platform you can also view our concurrent session offerings and book your room with the hotel. Additional CMTE offerings will be available for purchase by the end of January, so stay tuned. Please reach out to Emily Hawley at vicepresident@musictherapynewengland.org if you have any questions. Click the link here to access all things conference.…

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Internship Director/Senior Clinician

By Shannon Laine | January 3, 2026 by Shannon Laine

INTERNSHIP DIRECTOR/SENIOR CLINICIAN Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of music therapists? Do you thrive in a collaborative, warm, people-centered community? Are you energized by mentorship, creativity, and meaningful clinical work? Roman Music Therapy Services is currently seeking an Internship Director who is a culture driven and skilled clinician who will guide our interns through transformational learning experiences while contributing to a thriving team of engaged, mission-aligned professionals. At RMTS, we believe in…

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Full Time Music Therapist

By Shannon Laine | January 3, 2026 by Shannon Laine

Community Music Center of Boston (CMCB), an arts education nonprofit with a mission to transform lives by providing equitable access to excellent music education and arts experiences, invites current Berklee students to apply to our music therapy internship program. This internship offers opportunities to work in both community-based groups (Boston Public Schools, community-based day supports, skilled nursing facilities, and early intervention and family support sites) and in individual music therapy sessions at our location in…