Current Music Therapy Job Opportunities in Washington State
in Seattle
Qualifications:
Must be a graduate of an accredited Music Therapy program
Knowledge of principles, concepts and methodology of music therapy appropriate for chronically-terminally ill patients
Ability to develop rapport, create a safe environment, and a mode of expression through music for patients and families
Must have effective communication skills and be able to follow instructions to complete work as schedule
Must maintain CPR certification
Must carry current liability and malpractice insurance
Must maintain applicable license by obtaining the necessary contact hours and competency
Experience in home health or hospice preferred
Must present proof of a current driver's license and have a dependable insured automobile
Description:
Kline Galland's Hospice team provide one-to-one health care for seniors living throughout the Puget Sound region. Services are customized and provided by professionals when and where you need them most, often in the comfort of your home. It's all part of our Continuum of Care and caring that is never-ending.
We are hiring for a Full time Hospice Music Therapist (contract):
Provide consistent professional music therapy support in accordance with Hospice protocols and accepted certification practices
Be flexible with your schedule, supporting the needs of the patient
Follow infection control guidelines per agency standard
Communicate to RN Case Manager or Nurse Supervisor all occurrences involving patient issues that require attention
Handle patient questions and concerns professionally and courteously
Maintain a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality work environment
in Bellevue, WA
QUALIFICATIONS
Board-Certified Music Therapist or Board Eligible (Board Eligible applicants are expected to attain Board Certification within 6 months of hire date)
Available to work Saturdays (additional hours available and flexible depending upon availability)
Clinical experience working with Neurodivergent and Disabled individuals and/or experience working with individuals seeking mental health support
Understanding of the safety and ethical considerations around working with Neurodivergent and Disabled individuals and individuals seeking mental health services
Excellent in-person and virtual group facilitation skills
Willingness to commit to continuous self-education on the impact that racism, ableism and other forms of oppression have on the clients we serve and implications for music therapy work
COMPENSATION
Private Music Therapy: $35 per clinical hour plus $10 (50min) and $5 (25min) documentation pay per client.
Group & Mobile Music Therapy: $45 per clinical hour plus enrollment bonus or travel fee
Early Childhood Classes: $38.25 per hour plus enrollment bonus
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, send a cover letter and current resume Tigran Arakelyan, Executive Director, at tigran@musicworksnw.org. For questions or to learn more about the position, please send an email to the same, or call 425.644.0988.
Part-Time Music Therapist and Early Childhood Music Specialist
Music Works Northwest is a non-profit community music school whose mission is to change lives through accessible music education and experiences. We serve all ages and abilities at Music Works through virtual and in-person music lessons, music classes for all ages, music therapy services, and summer camps. We are located in Bellevue just north of I-90 and west of I-405 off the SE 8th exit.
At Music Works, our music therapy approach is client-centered, and our first priority is to create a safe space where each client can explore, grow and make personal discoveries within the therapeutic relationship. In addition, we hold aneurodiversity-affirmative approach to music therapy. For us this means that:
We view Neurodiversity simply as a part of human diversity, not as a problem to be fixed.
As we continue our self-education as music therapists, we prioritize learning from Neurodivergent communities, which informs our language, our goals and priorities in therapy, and everything about our practice. We prioritize and center Neurodivergent voices above Neurotypical voices in our work.
We recognize that we will make mistakes as we do this work, and will strive to acknowledge them and fix them as we continue to learn.
We will not encourage individuals to try to fit into neurotypical norms. We do not engage in social skills training, encourage masking, or use behavioral strategies in our practice.
We default to identity-first language unless person-first language is preferred/requested by the individual or community that we’re referring to.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Music Therapists and Early Childhood Music Specialists at Music Works Northwest provide direct services for clients in individual and group sessions and additional program support as described below.
Direct Music Therapy Services: Plan, implement and document individual and group sessions via in-person and telehealth for music therapy clients, including Neurodivergent and Disabled children, teens and adults. Provide mobile music therapy services for schools, clinics, long-term care facilities and non-profits.
Early Childhood Classes: Plan and lead early childhood music therapy classes via in-person and virtual platforms. Plan and lead private music lessons, summer camps and other group classes.
Curriculum Development: Assist Music Therapy and Early Childhood Program Manager with curriculum development, including early childhood programming, music therapy groups, and special events for community partners.
Intern and Practicum Student Supervision: Provide feedback and supervision to music therapy interns and practicum students.
Rose City Music Therapy, LLC
in Vancouver, WA
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from accredited university
Certification by the Certification Board for Music Therapists
NICU MT specialization strongly recommended. Awarded by:
The National Institute for Infant and Child Medical Music Therapy
First Sounds: Rhythm, Breath, and Lullaby
Strong knowledge of infant development, developmentally appropriate practices, patient assessment and evaluation
The above list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 25 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Choose your own hours
Day shift
No nights
License/Certification:
MT-BC (Preferred)
Rose City Music Therapy is looking for a qualified and trained NICU music therapist to provide bedside music therapy in a subcontractor position. Rose City Music Therapy contracts with PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center to provide services in their Level III NICU. Music therapy has been a part of this NICU interdisciplinary team for 6 years. This is a contract position with Rose City Music Therapy, hours may vary but will not exceed 100 hours per month.
Responsibilities:
Support infants and their caregivers admitted to the NICU by incorporating professional expertise and knowledge related to human development and healthcare experiences
Implementation of music interventions that addresses the developmental needs of NICU patients
Competent with a variety of musical instruments and skills including transposition, improvisation, song writing, and therapeutic music activities
Identifies and provides appropriate music resources to patients and their families
Designs and implements music therapy sessions based upon family/patient needs using music therapy techniques such as receptive music listening, developmental play, vocal holding and toning techniques, Iso principle and entrainment.
Monitors patient progress and provides documentation related to objectives and goals outlined by music therapy assessments.
Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning and co-treatment when appropriate.
Serves as a liaison for staff and volunteers in the implementation of music interventions in the NICU
Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
in Vancouver, WA
Upbeat Music Therapy Services is seeking to add to its professional team by contracting with an independent, experienced, and reliable Board-Certified Music Therapist for in-person work in SW Washington/NW Oregon, and in particular the Vancouver metro area.
Candidates can expect to provide quality Music Therapy services with a variety of client populations, with a variety of needs, in a variety of locations and situations.
Upbeat’s most immediate need is for an MT-BC who is experienced and passionate about providing MT services for children, most notably those living with DD or those who are neurodivergent. This is a position expected to grow and change quickly for the right candidate!
Interested parties can contact Jake Beck at jake@upbeatmusictherapy.net
Seeking Board-Certified Music Therapists to contract with WA State Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA).
Contracting with DDA would allow DDA clients enrolled in the Children’s Intensive In-Home Behavioral Support (CIIBS) Waiver to utilize their state-allocated funds to access music therapy services.
Providers must be board-certified, have at least 2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities, and have a business license and required insurance coverage.
Music Therapy provide services to eligible clients to accomplish individualized goals using musical interventions. Goals are set based on needs identified in the behavior support plan or Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP). Goals are achieved through music improvisation, receptive music listening, song writing, lyric discussion, music and imagery, music performance, or other expressive musical forms.
Reimbursement is $55-$65/hr for 1-on-1 sessions, $40/hr per person for group sessions.
Here is a link to Frequently Asked Questions regarding Contracts with DDA.
To learn more please contact regional reps Alyssa and CJ at R2.Resource@dshs.wa.gov, or 425-293-6168.
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