Community Music Center of Boston Inc
Music Therapist
Community Music Center of Boston Inc, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02116
Community Music Center of Boston (CMCB) , an arts education nonprofit founded in 1910 with a mission to transform lives by providing equitable access to music education and arts experiences, is seeking a
motivated, creative, passionate, and community-oriented
Music Therapist
to join our music therapy team! T
he
Music Therapist
will lead weekly group music therapy sessions for populations such as adults with developmental disabilities and work cross-departmentally providing adaptive music lessons and/or music education classes at community partner sites and at the Community Music School.CMCB offers the unique opportunity to work with nearly all age groups in clinical, community, and school settings. Th is position is a great fit for clinicians who are committed to providing community music therapy services or clinicians who are looking to explore working with new populations.
Like all roles at CMCB, there is significant investment in professional development training, mentorship from senior staff, including supervision by a Board-Certified Music Therapist, and opportunity for future promotion within the organization.Status :
Part-time hourly, exemptStart Date :
ASAP / September 2024Schedule:
8-12
hours per week in-person, Monday - Friday between
8:30-6:30 (varies by site and client requests) with room for growthReports to:
Community Engagement and Clinical Manager (CECM)Music TherapyDesign and provide culturally inclusive and accessible music therapy sessions that address client needsCollaborate with music therapy team to set customized treatment goals for clientsDocument reports related to individual clients or client groupsDevelop and maintain constructive working relationships with community site staffCommunicate with caregivers as necessary regarding client progressWork with clients and staff to develop mid and end-of-year culminating events when applicableParticipate in curriculum development and program planningAdministrativeAttend events and meetings with administrators at other school and community sites as neededAttend required meetings and professional development opportunitiesParticipate in bi-weekly supervision, mid-year, and annual performance reviewsQualificationsEssentialMust have MT-BC or the eligibility to sit for certification exam within the next 3 monthsMust be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S as CMCB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this timeMinimum of three (3) months working with adults with disabilities and/or school-age populations, six (6) months preferredMust be adept at and comfortable with working in a culturally diverse environmentAccess to reliable transportation to and from sitesCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as professional values and knowledgeable to their application in music therapyProficiency in clinical musicianship, clinical improvisation, voice, and accompanying instrument.Ability to adapt work and to effectively plan, facilitate, and document sessionsExcellent communication skillsPositive attitude and growth mindsetProficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and Google SuitePreferredKnowledge of and experience in the arts, education, and public school settingsFluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, and/or Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) is
highly
desirableFurther opportunities available for candidates with demonstrated supervisory experiencePhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the person in this position must be able to to remain in a stationary position 50-75% of the time. They need to occasionally move around the space to access teaching supplies and instruments and must be able to use a variety of instruments. They must also converse with clients in a normal classroom setting and discern and recognize changes in tone, pitch, rhythm, and volume. They may occasionally move or transport supplies and instruments up to 10 pounds.Application InstructionsPlease apply at
.
Please be prepared to submit the below materials (addressed to Rachel Chao, Community Engagement and Clinical Manager )
as part of your application:A cover letter which addresses your capabilities, experiences, and interestsA current resume or CVIncomplete applications may not be considered.
Applications will be reviewed beginning July 25 as they are received, and this position will remain open for applications until filled.
Please, no phone calls or walk-ins.Community Music Center of Boston is committed to recruiting and fostering a diverse community of staff and students and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and members of other historically disenfranchised and marginalized populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
motivated, creative, passionate, and community-oriented
Music Therapist
to join our music therapy team! T
he
Music Therapist
will lead weekly group music therapy sessions for populations such as adults with developmental disabilities and work cross-departmentally providing adaptive music lessons and/or music education classes at community partner sites and at the Community Music School.CMCB offers the unique opportunity to work with nearly all age groups in clinical, community, and school settings. Th is position is a great fit for clinicians who are committed to providing community music therapy services or clinicians who are looking to explore working with new populations.
Like all roles at CMCB, there is significant investment in professional development training, mentorship from senior staff, including supervision by a Board-Certified Music Therapist, and opportunity for future promotion within the organization.Status :
Part-time hourly, exemptStart Date :
ASAP / September 2024Schedule:
8-12
hours per week in-person, Monday - Friday between
8:30-6:30 (varies by site and client requests) with room for growthReports to:
Community Engagement and Clinical Manager (CECM)Music TherapyDesign and provide culturally inclusive and accessible music therapy sessions that address client needsCollaborate with music therapy team to set customized treatment goals for clientsDocument reports related to individual clients or client groupsDevelop and maintain constructive working relationships with community site staffCommunicate with caregivers as necessary regarding client progressWork with clients and staff to develop mid and end-of-year culminating events when applicableParticipate in curriculum development and program planningAdministrativeAttend events and meetings with administrators at other school and community sites as neededAttend required meetings and professional development opportunitiesParticipate in bi-weekly supervision, mid-year, and annual performance reviewsQualificationsEssentialMust have MT-BC or the eligibility to sit for certification exam within the next 3 monthsMust be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S as CMCB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this timeMinimum of three (3) months working with adults with disabilities and/or school-age populations, six (6) months preferredMust be adept at and comfortable with working in a culturally diverse environmentAccess to reliable transportation to and from sitesCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as professional values and knowledgeable to their application in music therapyProficiency in clinical musicianship, clinical improvisation, voice, and accompanying instrument.Ability to adapt work and to effectively plan, facilitate, and document sessionsExcellent communication skillsPositive attitude and growth mindsetProficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and Google SuitePreferredKnowledge of and experience in the arts, education, and public school settingsFluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, and/or Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) is
highly
desirableFurther opportunities available for candidates with demonstrated supervisory experiencePhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the person in this position must be able to to remain in a stationary position 50-75% of the time. They need to occasionally move around the space to access teaching supplies and instruments and must be able to use a variety of instruments. They must also converse with clients in a normal classroom setting and discern and recognize changes in tone, pitch, rhythm, and volume. They may occasionally move or transport supplies and instruments up to 10 pounds.Application InstructionsPlease apply at
.
Please be prepared to submit the below materials (addressed to Rachel Chao, Community Engagement and Clinical Manager )
as part of your application:A cover letter which addresses your capabilities, experiences, and interestsA current resume or CVIncomplete applications may not be considered.
Applications will be reviewed beginning July 25 as they are received, and this position will remain open for applications until filled.
Please, no phone calls or walk-ins.Community Music Center of Boston is committed to recruiting and fostering a diverse community of staff and students and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and members of other historically disenfranchised and marginalized populations are strongly encouraged to apply.