Music Therapist Job Description

music therapist job description includes a detailed overview of the key requirements, duties, responsibilities, and skills for this role.

Last update : July 14, 2023

Music Therapist Job Description

Music therapists work primarily with individuals and groups working under a licensed professional.

Music therapy helps individuals develop, retain, and regain skills through music.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Music Therapist to join our team! We offer a fun and supportive environment where you can help others while developing your career.

Music Therapist Duties:

  • Provide music therapy services while working with individuals, families, groups, and/or populations
  • Assists patients, families, and caregivers in a variety of areas and settings
  • Incorporates therapeutic music interventions in treatment plans
  • Assists patients, families, and caregivers in a variety of areas and settings
  • Assists patients, families, and caregivers in a variety of areas and settings
  • Provides music therapy services while working with individuals, families, groups, and/or populations
  • Assists patients, families, and caregivers in a variety of areas and settings
  • Provides music therapy services while working with individuals, families, groups, and/or populations
  • Assists patients, families, and caregivers in a variety of areas and settings
  • Provides music therapy services while working with individuals, families, groups, and/or populations

Music Therapist Responsibilities:

  • Perform music therapy assessments, including direct observation of client behaviors, cognitive testing, and other assessments
  • Recognize the impact of cognitive, social, emotional, and physical challenges on clients’ participation in music activities; use knowledge of music therapy principles and techniques to capitalize on clients’ strengths and creative potential
  • Implement treatment interventions following music therapy standards, including individual and group music therapy sessions
  • Develop and maintain music therapy portfolios
  • Provide support to other team members, including fieldwork, testing, and report writing
  • Regularly evaluate client progress
  • Follow all occupational health and safety regulations, procedures, and policies
  • Use music therapy billing software and billing procedures to prepare and process claims
  • Calibrate musical equipment to ensure optimal performance
  • Maintain professional relationships with clients, families, team members, community agencies, schools, and other referral sources
  • Demonstrate

Requirements And Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy or related field
  • Completion of a graduate degree program in Music Therapy
  • Current registration with MT-BC
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a music therapist

Company Name is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to building a successful team. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, and veteran status.


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