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*Grand Rapids/Muskegon Territory*

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of an on-going program of musical activities designed to meet the interest and physical, mental, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

Essential Functions:

+ Develops, administers and coordinates therapy programs in a variety of care settings; i.e. nursing homes, IPU and home settings.

+ Implements music activities that facilitate non-musical goals (e.g., sensory stimulation, memory recall, positive failure, free experiences, socialization, etc.)

+ Works as part of the Interdisciplinary Team in determining therapeutic objectives and goals. Provides input to appropriate staff regarding music therapy.

+ Assists in recruiting, organizing and implementing programs utilizing students, interns and volunteers.

+ Plans and performs group and one to one activities appropriate to the needs of each patient according to the plan of care.

+ Provides entertainment at various activities and programs as needed.

+ Keeps accurate and thorough documentation of activities.

+ Keeps the Agency informed of event and/or activity changes.

+ Assists with the growth and expansion of the music therapy program.

+ Completes and submits all necessary requisitions for funds, volunteers, supplies, etc. for specific activities.

+ Provides general guidance to volunteers and serves as a mentor to students and interns.

+ Follows established safety and infection control policies and procedures and participates in all required in-service training.

+ Serves on various committees as directed by supervisor.

+ Adheres to organizational policies, procedures, Code of Conduct and all regulatory and legal requirements.

+ Adheres to the C.A.R.E. Model of Service: courtesy, acknowledgment, response and empathy.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited institution required; Master’s Degree preferred.

+ Current Music Therapist-Board Certified certification required or achieved within six (6) months of hire.

+ Two to three years of experience in hospice or healthcare; hospice greatly preferred.

+ Ability to seek out new methods to incorporate music therapy into patients’ plan of care.

+ Must have a basic understanding of the elderly and aging process; experience with end-of-life care or death and dying preferred.

+ Ability to make independent decisions and good communications skills.

+ Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order, if assigned to patients in community home environment.

+ Proof of current tuberculin testing required. Patient contact will not be allowed until tuberculin clearance is documented.

+ The physical and sensory demands of the position include: vision, effective speech and hearing for extensive telephone contact; repetitive motion; traveling; driving or riding in motor vehicle; standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and stretching; lifting up to forty five (45) pounds unassisted and the ability to assist in lifting patients using appropriate lifting techniques and/or devices.

+ Must have reliable transportation to be able to travel and maintain the rigors of a busy schedule. Frequently works variable hours/days; activities and workload may require extended days.

+ Must be eligible to work in the United States.