Music Therapist - FT

Additional Information About the RoleAre you looking for a career as a Music Therpist? Join our team at Barnes Jewish Hospital to make a direct impact on patient care and operations. This role works independently to complete patient assessments and facilitate therapeutic live music groups, with guitar or piano preferred.

The Activity Therapist will join a collaborative team of Activity Therapists and Behavioral Associates and help engage patients through a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities in a well-equipped recreation space overlooking Forest Park. Full Time - 40 Hours Per Week, M-F, 1 weekend/month, 1 holiday/yearDay

8am-430pmPerks: Benefits EligibleLocation: Barnes Jewish Hospital (Behavioral Health Department)Minimum Requirement: BS in Music TherapyBoard Certified Music Therapist Overview

Role PurposeOrganizes and implements a music therapy program to address physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of patients. ResponsibilitiesUses music therapy as a process that combines the verbally transcendent and emotionally authentic aspects of music with the needs of the patient. Serves as a resource person and guide providing musical experiences that will aid in patient care.

Designs and conducts music sessions for individuals and groups, based on client needs. Coordinates therapy with other team members and shares response to music therapy intervention. Minimum RequirementsEducationBachelor's Degree - Music TherapyExperienceSupervisor ExperienceNo ExperienceLicenses & CertificationsBd Certified Music TherapistPreferred RequirementsExperience2-5 yearsSupervisor Experience Benefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistanceTo learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.*Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer