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Musical Bridges, established in 2005, is the leading music therapy provider in Middle Tennessee. We're expanding our clinical team to develop innovative community programs and partnerships with local nonprofits, while maintaining our dedication to quality music therapy services.

Position Overview:

We're seeking a passionate Neurologic Music Therapist to help expand our community presence through group programs and partnerships. This role combines clinical work with community program development, serving children and adults through both clinic-based and community-based services with partner agencies such as schools, adult day programs, kids gyms, and more. Ideal candidates will have experience working with the following: autistic children and adults, ADHD, communication disorders, sensory processing needs, mental health needs, diverse behavioral needs, and developmental disabilities starting at age 2+.

What makes us Unique:

• 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm to provide access to all through individual scholarships and no cost group programming.
• Focus on parent education through home programs for generalization
• Unlimited growth opportunities within the company to management positions, supervisory roles, and more (including associated raises)
• Opportunities for all staff to contribute, all value, and make a difference

We are one of the original private practices in Nashville, but have new, exciting programs we'd like to launch this year with some additional help. This position is great for you if you seek advancement opportunities and like to create unique programs and classes. We are specifically seeking a candidate who is looking to grow as a clinic director and/or internship director within a couple of years.

Come join us in the thriving city of Nashville where there's culture and activity at every turn. Become a valued member of our Musical Bridges family!

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Yearly performance raises
• Additional paid bonuses
• Relocation assistance up to $1,000
• $200/month towards company sponsored group health insurance (BCBS)
• 2+ weeks of PTO
• Sick leave as needed
• 11 paid holidays, including 1 full week at Christmas
• Professional Liability insurance
• Paid clinical supervision (group and individual)
• Instruments and Supplies provided
• Growth oriented culture
• Opportunities for program and curriculum development
• Hourly rate for all work, including non-contact hours

Responsibilities:

• Work with other staff members to achieve our mission to provide high-quality, innovative music therapy services to children and adults in the Greater Nashville area
• Plan and conduct weekly NMT treatment
• Lead adapted music lessons on piano, guitar, and voice
• Write thorough and detailed session notes and keep accurate data
• Articulate progress to family members, staff, and treatment team members
• Develop resources for families to utilize at home
• Collaborate with additional treatment providers, partner agencies, and other Musical Bridges staff members
• Participate in team meeting, supervision, and trainings
• Travel to community sessions when required
• Attend Musical Bridges recitals (2x/year), resource fairs, in-services, and other marketing efforts
• Attend professional development opportunities to maintain credential and advance clinical skills
• Clean/sanitize instruments and/or equipment with appropriate materials

Qualifications:

• Board-certified Music Therapist, 1+ year experience preferred
• Neurologic Music Therapist preferred, or willing to take training within 3 months
• Detail oriented
• Enthusiasm, ENERGY, and passion while leading
• Background working children with special needs, including autism
• Outstanding time management
• Professional
• Caring and warm personality
• Creative with making visual supports and materials
• Experience with diverse communication styles (AAC, PECS, Gestalt Language Processors, etc)
• Experience teaching basic music lessons
• Experience using Google docs & Google spreadsheets or willingness to learn
• Skilled writer

Please fill out a screening questionnaire online: https://musicalbridges.com/jobs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

• Nashville, TN 37211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Services for the Elderly and Disabled

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