Valley Health
Music Therapist
Valley Health, Winchester, Virginia, United States, 22601
Department
Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.VOLUNTEER SERVICES - 208313Worker Sub TypeRegularWork ShiftFirst Shift (United States of America)Job Description
As a part of the interdisciplinary team, the Board Certified Music Therapist provides clinical music therapy services to Winchester Medical Center patients and their families in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care. Goals addressed by the music therapist may include: relaxation and anxiety reduction, reminiscence/life review, decrease in perception of pain and other symptoms, increase in sense of well-being, facilitation of emotional expression, and decrease in feelings of isolation. Techniques such as therapeutic singing, song choice, improvisational music making, guided imagery, song writing, progressive relaxation techniques, lyric analysis, visualization, and personalized music playlists may be utilized to meet care plan goals. The music therapist may also consult with others regarding the therapeutic uses of music and may coordinate educational in-services for patients, families, and staff. The music therapist assists the music therapy department as needed to develop and evaluate music therapy programs and initiatives.
Education
Bachelor's degree (or Equivalency) from a program accredited by the American Music Therapy Association
Master's degree preferred (can be in a related field, such as counseling, social work, psychology, etc.)
Experience
One year of experience in providing music therapy services is required. Consideration will be made for time spent in practicum or internship providing music therapy services.
Two years of experience providing music therapy services in a hospital or healthcare setting is preferred.
Certification & Licensure
MT-BC (Music Therapist - Board Certified) or MT-BC eligible from the Certification Board for Music Therapists is required
Qualifications
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and musical skills
Ability to interact with a diverse community of people
Quality musicianship, including broad repertoire and improvisation skills
Physical Demands
2 A Activities
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Benefits
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
A Zero-Deductible Health PlanDental and vision insuranceGenerous Paid Time OffTuition AssistanceRetirement Savings MatchA Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeingMembership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .
Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.VOLUNTEER SERVICES - 208313Worker Sub TypeRegularWork ShiftFirst Shift (United States of America)Job Description
As a part of the interdisciplinary team, the Board Certified Music Therapist provides clinical music therapy services to Winchester Medical Center patients and their families in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care. Goals addressed by the music therapist may include: relaxation and anxiety reduction, reminiscence/life review, decrease in perception of pain and other symptoms, increase in sense of well-being, facilitation of emotional expression, and decrease in feelings of isolation. Techniques such as therapeutic singing, song choice, improvisational music making, guided imagery, song writing, progressive relaxation techniques, lyric analysis, visualization, and personalized music playlists may be utilized to meet care plan goals. The music therapist may also consult with others regarding the therapeutic uses of music and may coordinate educational in-services for patients, families, and staff. The music therapist assists the music therapy department as needed to develop and evaluate music therapy programs and initiatives.
Education
Bachelor's degree (or Equivalency) from a program accredited by the American Music Therapy Association
Master's degree preferred (can be in a related field, such as counseling, social work, psychology, etc.)
Experience
One year of experience in providing music therapy services is required. Consideration will be made for time spent in practicum or internship providing music therapy services.
Two years of experience providing music therapy services in a hospital or healthcare setting is preferred.
Certification & Licensure
MT-BC (Music Therapist - Board Certified) or MT-BC eligible from the Certification Board for Music Therapists is required
Qualifications
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and musical skills
Ability to interact with a diverse community of people
Quality musicianship, including broad repertoire and improvisation skills
Physical Demands
2 A Activities
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Benefits
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
A Zero-Deductible Health PlanDental and vision insuranceGenerous Paid Time OffTuition AssistanceRetirement Savings MatchA Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeingMembership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .