Private music teacher needed in Northern Westchester/ Connecticut for in-home lessons (guitar, piano, voice, etc.) Students of all ages and levels. Must have car, be willing to travel, and be available after-school. Background in music therapy or music education a strong plus! Competitive hourly rates.
Www.creativemusiclessons.net to find out more about the company
Contact Amy: info@creativemusiclessons.net
Amy Rood Miller
Founder
Creative Music Lessons, LLC
http://www.CreativeMusicLessons.net
Are you a clinician who is passionate about seeing music spark a positive change in others? Are you a creative, out-of the-box thinker, who finds joy in watching people grow through music? Do you thrive off of having a variety of cases to plan music therapy for? If so, Infinity is looking for you! We have an opening for a per diem music therapist.
The Details…
Are you a clinician who is passionate about seeing music spark a positive change in others? Are you a creative, out-of the-box thinker, who finds joy in sharing clinical ideas with others? Are you looking for a place to help you grow professionally and musically? If so, Infinity is looking for you! We have an immediate need for a board-certified music therapist to join our team. We want your ideas, your energy, and passion!
*You deserve the honest truth about a position. We welcome any and all questions related to work responsibilities, pay, benefits, workplace culture etc. Please do not hesitate to contact Jona Jeffcoat, MT-BC, Director of Services at (860) 518-5557or jona@infinitymusictherapy.com with any questions regarding this position.*
The Details…
Job Title: Music Therapist
Hours: Part-time with opportunity to grow to full-time.
Salary: Hourly, based on experience
Organization: The Sonatina Center, LLC; 750 Central Ave, STE U, Dover, NH 03820
603-978-4808 www.thesonatinacenter.com
Required Education: B.A., B.S., or M.A. in music therapy with completed 1040 hours of clinical training.
Qualifications: Candidates must be eligible for board certification and will be given a time requirement to pass MT-BC exam upon hire. Music therapy students in their final year of school may also apply for this position. Primary experience with infants, toddlers, young children and families required. Additional previous experience with several populations including: early childhood, individuals with disabilities, and older adults a plus; Candidates must be able to work evenings and weekends; Candidates must demonstrate proficiency of clinical musicianship on piano, guitar, voice and rhythmic improvisation.
Population: infants, toddlers, young children & families is the primary caseload; Additional opportunities for a variety of populations as caseload grows.
Job Setting: On site at our center in Dover, NH as well as travel throughout New Hampshire off-site at preschools, hospitals, assisted living facilities, community day programs, and some in-home sessions.
Job Description: Seeking a confident, organized and enthusiastic individual to join our team, part-time with opportunity to increase hours as contracts develop. The Music Therapist will provide both home and facility based, individual and group music therapy to children and adults with a wide variety of needs, however, candidates must be experienced, comfortable and eager to work with the early childhood population. Seeking music therapy candidates who enjoy working with infants, toddlers, young children and families as the primary caseload will include early childhood aged clients and families and preschool work. The Music Therapist may also provide adaptive lessons and facilitate family music enrichment classes. The Music Therapist must be able to effectively communicate with other professionals, conduct assessments, plan, organize, lead music therapy sessions, document and evaluate treatment. Job requires travel, so applicants must have reliable transportation. Compensation for travel and supervision. Allowances for continuing education, supplies and instrument purchases, and mileage reimbursement (in addition to travel pay).
Start Date: January 2019
Contact: Please send (email) resume and cover letter to Marissa Scott, MA, MT-BC, CLD, at: marissa@thesonatinacenter.com 603-978-4808
New England Academy in Beverly MA is looking to hire another music therapist. They need to be board certified, and preferably hold or in the process of obtaining LMHC or LICSW. Resume’s can be sent to Dr. Ryan Plosker: rplosker@newenglandacademy.net
MUSIC THERAPIST/COUNSELOR
Schedule: 11 month position
Qualifications: Masters Degree; relevant experience, State License preferred
Reports To: Dean of Clinical Services
Salary: Professional Salary Scale
Overall Responsibilities:
The Music Therapist is a multi-faceted role encompassing individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy and administrative duties. The Music Therapist will work with students who have social and emotional disabilities, low self-esteem, and general school difficulties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Individual therapy with students
• Development of individual therapy plans with students
• Music group therapy leader, development of music group therapy curriculum
• Family communication and treatment planning
• Writing and implementation of I.E.P.’s
• Participation in I.E.P. meetings
• Writing and updating student progress reports
• Assisting in student supervision during breaks
• Coordination and communication with the student’s outpatient treatment team members
• Music Therapy group/classes
• Other Duties as directed by supervisor
Erin Boardman MA, LMHC, MT-BC
Counselor/Music Therapist
New England Academy
96 Cherry Hill Dr.
Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: 978-921-1103 x147
Fax: 978-921-2203
Music Therapy Consultant
Goddard House Assisted Living – Brookline MA
Position Available January 2019
Position Title:
Music Therapy Consultant
Description:
The State University of New York at Fredonia, School of Music, invites applications for a full time, tenure track Assistant Professor of Music Therapy to lead the music therapy area, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and maintain curricular excellence in accordance with AMTA and NASM standards. Earned doctorate in Music Therapy or related field from a regionally accredited university by September 1, 2019 is required. If in a related field, then doctoral study must include a minimum of 12 semester hours of graduate credits in music therapy. Candidate must be a Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC), with a minimum of five years full-time clinical experience or its part-time equivalent.
For complete vacancy announcement, position description, qualifications, and application instructions, please visit https://fredonia.interviewexchange.com.
Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.
An Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, Fredonia provides for, and promotes, equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment, without discrimination.
Employment Opportunities
Immediate Job Openings! Come Join Our Team as a Music Therapist
Are you passionate about music therapy and feel confident about your skills?
Do you enjoy working with a diverse client population?
As our practice grows and we serve more and more clients, we are seeking novice and seasoned music therapists with diverse skills and experience.
If you are interested in being considered for candidacy, please submit a cover letter and resume, in pdf format, to jobs@romanmusictherapy.com.
Essential Responsibilities:
Complete Job Description provided upon request.
Why work with us?
Required Education:
BA, BS, or MA in Music Therapy with completed 1040 hours of clinical training and Board Certification as a Music Therapist (MT-BC.) Demonstrate proficiency of clinical musicianship on piano, guitar and voice and rhythmic improvisation.
Other Requirements:
Must have reliable transportation, valid license and proof of insurance.
Must be willing to travel to various sites throughout Eastern Massachusetts.
Must own or have access to a computer/laptop.
Hours, Pay Range and Benefits:
Part Time Fee for Service Employees will work an average of 1-19 hours a week depending on contract work available. Pay will vary based on education and experience.
Full Time Fee for Service Employees will work 20 or more hours a week depending on contract work available. Pay will vary based on education and experience. Full Time Fee for Service Employees are Benefits Eligible including Medical Benefits, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
Job Setting:
On-site at Roman Music Therapy Services in Wakefield, MA and off site visits in the surrounding Greater Boston, Metro West , South Shore and North Shore areas through contracts with schools, community programs, agencies, and individual families.
Position Reports to:
Clinical Supervisor, Roman Music Therapy Services
Edit 11/21: Would you please update site as position will finally be posted Nov 23 Friday to Nov 29 Thursday
Edit: The 40 hour per week Music Therapy position at the VA CT Healthcare in West Haven, CT, has been posted (again). It is an internal posting until Oct 5th. It is then scheduled to be open for 5 days to the General Public. Please look only on USAjobs. Create an account, read the description, be sure you are thorough with instructions. If you have any questions, please contact Bobbi Blake, Music Therapist, at VA CT 203-932-5711 ext 5439 or e-mail Roberta.Blake@va.gov
Full time Music Therapist (40 Hours) for VA CT was posted for internal candidates on September 7th but had the wrong closing date and was taken down. It will be re-posted, hopefully very soon. As of Sept 11, it is still not re-posted. However, the part time ART Therapy position HAS been posted for external candidates for Sept 10-14. This is not the MUSIC Therapy position.
Please keep checking USAjobs only.
Any questions contact Bobbi Blake, MT-BC
at VA CT 203-932-5711 ext 5439
A full time (40 hours) Music Therapy position at VA CT Healthcare in West Haven, CT offers a wonderful opportunity to work with our Veterans. VA CT is seeking a Board Certified Music Therapist or eligible Board Certified Music Therapist with strong clinical skills in mental health, hospice, palliative care, and pain management. However, a candidate with strong clinical skills in any of these areas will be considered. There are possibilities to expand into NMT, and opportunities for research. There may be an assignment to the Newington Campus (near Hartford) for 4 hours per week. Starting salary is $70,111 with health benefits, dental options, vacation leave, sick leave, federal holidays, retirement/savings plans, and approved leave time for conferences. The position will be posted as Monday through Friday 9am-5:30pm.
The job may be posted in late June but more likely posted in JULY. It is posted internally for 3 weeks and then externally for ONLY 5 DAYS. For this reason, it is recommended that you complete the lengthy online application (this may take at least 3-4 hours) NOW through www.usajobs.gov Your application will be saved and you can apply for the position when it is posted. There may be two other positions posted at the same time from VA CT: a part time Creative Arts Therapist (ART) and a Recreation Therapist. You want to be sure to apply for the Creative Arts Therapist (MUSIC). The application process also requires transcripts and resume. It is recommended that you cut and paste resume into the application form.
Applicants are rated through Human Resources at another VA facility.
Be sure to add all credentials and experience (professional, internship, volunteer, community work, committee work). Be sure to read each question very carefully and answer each question fully and in detail where asked.
The VA is in West Haven, CT which is just outside of New Haven, the home of Yale University School of Music which provides the city with free concerts most of the year. The city also hosts a prestigious International Festival of Arts and Ideas for several weeks each June. New Haven has a strong arts community with many music, art, theater and dance venues. Located on the shoreline of Long Island Sound, West Haven is about 1.5 hours to New York City, 2.5 hours to Boston and 45 minutes to Hartford. It’s on the Amtrak and commuter train lines and is near Tweed Airport in East Haven.
If you have questions, please contact Bobbi Blake, MT-BC at the VA 203-932-5711 ext 5439 or Roberta.Blake@va.gov Between June 28-July16 you can contact Michael Rose, the Chief of Recreation/Creative Arts Therapies at 203-932-5711 ext 2204.
Infinity is looking for a board certified music therapist to join our team immediately. We are looking for a clinician who is passionate about working with individuals with developmental, neurological, and mental health needs. We are looking for a a therapist who is an out of the box thinker who is able to work independently and collaborate as part of a team. We would prefer a clinician with experience working with individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, Anxiety Disorders, Epilepsy, and Reactive Attachment Disorder.
Hours: The total number of hours is to be determined as clients return for the school year but will likely be 20-26hrs a week, growing to 40hrs/ week for the right clinician. Our clinicians who have started at part-time are typically at or above 30hrs/week within 6-months if they are looking for a full-time schedule. (Please note that our part-time staff receive benefits including health insurance reimbursement)
Schedule: This position will include daytime, afternoon, and evening hours based upon the needs of our clients. This position will be a 5-day work week with 2 consecutive days off. The exact days will be determined based upon client need as we move into the school year schedule. We are able to offer some flexibility with scheduling for the right candidate. We are looking for someone with some flexibility as their schedule is being developed. The vast majority of our clients request services between 3:00pm-7:00pm at night during the week or on 9:30am-4:30pm on the weekends. As a member of our team, you will be expected to attend team meetings at our Southington clinic on Tuesday mornings from 9:15am-11:15am.
Location: This caseload will be primarily stationed in Fairfield county. We work in a team-based model. You may be asked to work outside of your region during one-time events, to sub for a therapist, or for various other regions. We believe in keeping caseloads condensed, when possible, to minimize driving.
Salary: Following a training period at a competitive hourly rate, you will be transitioned to a salaried schedule. Our full-time salary starts at $40k/yr plus benefits; part-time staff are paid a proportionate salary to the schedule. At Infinity, we believe in financial stability for our team. Our team members receive their full salary regardless of inclement weather closings, client cancellations, or holidays impacting their schedule.
Responsibilities: As a member of our team, you will be expected to provide individual and group music therapy sessions to children and adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, neurological needs, wellness needs, etc. You will be expected to write treatment plans, keep accurate data, write clinical reports, and ensure that client schedules are maintained. You will participate in treatment team meetings, assist with team functions including marketing events, and complete general administrative tasks such as keeping your timesheet and maintaining client budget spreadsheets. In addition, you may be asked to fulfill non-clinical responsibilities such as teaching music lessons or providing music enrichment groups.
Benefits: We are proud to offer our employees a variety of benefits. At Infinity, we believe in opportunities for growth and we look to increase benefits for our staff as their caseload grows and they dedicate time to Infinity. Our benefits include:
• Professional liability insurance
• Comprehensive lending library of materials including guitars, drums, tambourines, shakers, ukuleles, boomwhackers, jingle bells, rhythm sticks, children’s books, clinical books, music books, keyboards, and so much more
• Monthly self-care workshops
• Access to group rates for AFLAC
• Health Insurance Reimbursement
• Stipend for continuing education (typically a VIP subscription to Music Therapy Ed)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays falling on a regular workday
• Paid leave for continuing education
• Group and individual supervision
• CBMT Maintenance Fees
• CMTE tracking assistance
• Work Cell Phone
• Office and art supplies to create visuals
• Opportunities for growth including merit bonuses, being able to represent Infinity as a presenter at local and national conferences, assisting in designing programs, supervising interns, pay raises, promotions
This position is for you if….
• You have experience working with children and adults with developmental disabilities.
• You love getting feedback (how else do we grow?)
• You love giving feedback to others and growing as a team
• You are confident in your music skills and counseling skills
• A full inbox is a nightmare! You are quick to respond to emails, texts, and phone calls
• You are comfortable commuting to your sessions and you have reliable transportation
• You are committed to growing your clinical skills
• You can effectively communicate in written and spoken English
• You are a flexible, go with the flow type of person
• You’re not afraid to ask questions
• You are a strong clinical writer
We definitely want to hear from you if…
• You are comfortable using sign language within music therapy
• You have experience teaching adaptive music lessons
• You speak Spanish
• You have been trained in music therapy assisted childbirth or are interested in pursuing the training
• You are able to balance your work and your personal life and actively utilize self-care strategies
• You have a sense of humor
• You understand the demands of private practice
This position is NOT for you if…
• You constantly have “last minute” things that pop up
• The thought of asking a question to a supervisor makes you nervous
• You are not comfortable with traveling to your appointments
• You are not willing to commit to a year of service. (Honestly, we need someone to grow with us that we can help support professionally and who wants to make a strong difference in our clients lives)
• You are disorganized
• You are frequently late and struggle with time management
• You are at a loss for words when confrontation occurs
• You believe private practice is a “starter job”.
To Apply: To be considered for this position, please submit the following information to Jona Jeffcoat, MT-BC, Director of Services at jona@infinitymusictherapy.com. Questions regarding the position can also be directed to the same email account or you can contact her at (860) 518-5557.
• Cover Letter: Please include why you think you would be good fit with our practice, your available start date, your availability for sessions, and what populations you are comfortable serving
• Current Resume: please include information about the clientele you have served at any sites you have worked at
• A paragraph of what you expect from a supervisor
• A typed sample 45-min session plan for an 8-year-old with Autism who loves Disney with a focus on verbal communication skills. Please include two goals with two objectives each.
• A typed sample 45-min session plan for a group of 15-year old adolescents in therapy for anger management. Please include two goals with two objectives each.
• A video demonstrating your vocal and guitar skills.
Title: Music Therapist (Part-Time)
Summary of Position:
The music therapist will provide quality music therapy services in the Greater Boston area to individual clients of all ages and groups. Populations served include individuals experiencing autism spectrum disorder, mental health challenges, Alzheimer’s and dementia disorders, emotional/intellectual disabilities, neurological disorders, physical challenges, medical illness, social and learning challenges.
Status: Part-time (8-15 hours, week days).
There is the potential to increase hours.
Start date: Immediately
Reports to: Director of Music Therapy
Works Closely With: Director of Music Therapy, Music Therapists,
Registrar and Assistant Registrar
Responsibilities
· Provide music therapy services to in-house clients and to outreach agency groups. Sessions are provided in individual and group settings
· Communicate with client families and other interdisciplinary team members regarding client progress
· Communicate with front office staff about intake schedules and room usage
· Complete client intake documents, weekly progress notes, quarterly progress reports, and annual agency profiles
· Attend department staff meetings, participate in supervision, presenting in-services and attending community events as a representative of CMCB
· Provide supervision for Berklee College of Music – Music Therapy students
Essential Qualifications
· Clinical experience with children and adults with developmental disabilities is preferred
· Experience with a variety of populations including autism, behavioral needs, intellectual disabilities and geriatric service.
· Proficiency of clinical musicianship on guitar, piano, and vocal skills are important
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Valid driver’s license (dependable vehicle strongly suggested)
· Must be able to effectively communicate with other professionals, conduct assessments, plan, organize, lead music therapy sessions, document, and evaluate treatment
· Works well and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
· Ability to create a culturally competent and inclusive environment
· Flexible and comfortable in different clinical settings and work environments
· Ability to adapt clinical work to different agency, group and individual client needs
· Ability to recognize a problem or potential challenge.
· Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy
· MT-BC required through CBMT
· Must have received music therapy accreditation prior to September 1st, 2017
· Complies with rules and regulations of the Certification Board for Music Therapists
· Maintains MT-BC status by completing 100 hours of continuing music therapy education credits or taking the Board Certification Examination once every 5 years
Physical Demands
· Requires physical stamina to transport, lift and distribute instruments
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to Christopher Perry, Director of Music Therapy at http://cmcb.mytribehr.com/careers/view/61
Please no calls, walk-ins, or emails.
Application Deadline: August 31, 2018
ABOUT COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER OF BOSTON
Founded in 1910, Community Music Center of Boston (www.cmcb.org) is an accredited non-profit music school in Boston’s South End. Our mission to transform lives throughout Greater Boston, by providing equitable access to excellent music education and powerful arts experiences. The Music Center serves more than 5,000 students each week, on-site at our South End facility in the Boston Center for the Arts and in more than 40 outreach locations, including public schools, community/senior centers, and medical facilities. We are the largest external provider of arts education in the Boston Public Schools. Core Music Center programs include individual and group instruction in more than 25 instruments; outreach instruction in Boston Public Schools; an Intensive Study Project providing private instruction, theory and performances to prepare students for college-level study; early childhood programs; and music therapy for individuals with a wide range of physical, cognitive, emotional and/or social life needs.
Community Music Center of Boston is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Recipient’s name Connecticut Music Therapy Services, LLC is happy to announce that we are looking to add a board certified music therapist to our clinical team! The start date of this position will be immediate. This is a new .5/half time position anticipated to move to a full time/benefits within 6 months. This position is right for you if: -You are passionate about working with children and adults with special needs, as well as with older adults within a relationship-centered, music-centered framework. -You are a skilled clinical musician, strong in voice, guitar and piano -You live in, or are willing to live in and travel within Connecticut -You enjoy a variety of clientele and enjoy a variety of clinical settings- private homes, schools, clinic, nursing homes, community settings. -You are flexible and willing to work afternoon/evening hours and potentially on Saturdays -You are dependable, responsible and a team player. -You hold current MT-BC status. We are looking for a responsible and dynamic therapist to join our team, therefore this might not be the right position for you if you are looking to establish your own private practice right now, if you are not a good communicator via writing, email and phone, if you are not able to provide transportation between clients or willing to travel throughout your day or if you are not willing grow as a person or clinician. Connecticut Music Therapy Services, LLC is an established private practice that serves children and adults with developmental and brain health needs in home, school, community, and nursing home settings throughout the state of Connecticut as well as in our Watertown and Fairfield offices. We are seeking to provide an exciting and supportive work experience for a flexible, motivated, energetic, and talented clinician. Some equipment and instruments, clinical supervision and continuing education experiences will be provided. Along with a competitive pay rate, heath insurance reimbursement and other additional benefits are available to our full time employees. For more details, please see below for job posting and application details. August 1, 2018: Job Posting Job Title: Staff Music Therapist Hours: .5 Part Time moving to Full Time Salary: Hourly, based upon experience Facility: Connecticut Music Therapy Services, LLC City and State: Music Therapist will work in various settings in CT based on geography and availability. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in music therapy or its equivalent, MT-BC required. Clinical experience with individuals with special needs and older adults preferred. In addition to excellent musicianship, the successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and a strong desire to work with children and adults in a variety of settings. Reliable transportation and a working cell phone are required. Population: Children and adults with special needs, well elderly, adults with Alzheimers/ Dementia. Starting date: Immediate Description of position: Connecticut Music Therapy Services, LLC is a private practice that serves children and adults with developmental and brain health needs in home, school, clinic, community, and nursing home settings in Connecticut. We are seeking to provide an exciting and supportive work experience for a motivated, energetic, and talented clinician. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain experience in a wide variety of settings with a fantastic group of clients. Some equipment and instruments, clinical supervision and continuing education experiences will be provided. Along with a competitive pay rate, heath insurance reimbursment and other additional benefits are available to our full time employees. To apply: Send PDF copies of letter of interest and resume to Emily Bevelaqua, MMT, MT-BC at emily@ctmusictherapy.com. Questions may be addressed to the same email.
Capital Music Therapy Services, LLC (www.capitalmts.com) is seeking a full-time clinical music therapist to join our fabulous team. Our practice is innovative, fast-growing, and proudly serves the greater Washington D.C. metropolitan area. We offer very competitive compensation and a ton of professional growth opportunity. The deadline for application submission is 6:00 pm on Friday, August 10th, 2018. Interested applicants should email their resume along with a list of references to joshua.schrader@capitalmts.com and then fill out the online application form by clicking here.
