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.