Music Therapist

Saint Joseph Villa • Flourtown, PA, US • 1w ago

SUMMARY OF JOB:

Responsible for providing music therapy under the direction of the Director according to the residents’ unique care plan, including hospice and palliative care. The Music Therapist will plan, organize, and direct music therapy activities as part of psycho-social and physical treatment of residents and their families to influence behavioral and psychological changes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct and assist residents through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, and tension.
Develops treatment plan, using individualized needs assessment, depending on goal of therapy.
Studies and analyzes residents' reactions to various experiences and adjusts care plan as needed.
Provides ongoing education to the clinical team for treatment.
Maintains necessary records; clinical notes, charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the resident’s clinical record within 24 hours of session and modified as needed.
Participates in team meetings as requested.

Completes annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Compliance in the performance of their duties.
Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns.
Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to their position.
Adheres to the Organization’s Policies and Procedures covering Privacy and Security in Compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Employee has completed annual compliance training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the code of conduct in the performance of their duties.
Employee abides by the organization’s code of conduct in the performance of their duties.

Perform other duties as assigned by Director, as needed.

STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE:

Spirit of Unity and Teamwork
- Willing to assist and support co-workers
- Flexible to a change in work assignment
- Participate in team meetings
- Value the contributions of all and include all in decisions that will affect them.
Respect
- Recognize the dignity and value of each person.
- Appreciate, embrace and celebrate diversity
- Speak to others and about others in a kind manner
- Respond to and give direction with emotional control
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality in personal matters.
- Always knock on the door before entering a room
- Treat the property of others carefully and responsibly
Spirit of Hospitality and Relationship Building
- Greet each person I met
- Welcome new residents, families and co-workers
- Courteous and friendly in manner
- Build positive relationships
Communication
- Listen attentively to others and respond respectfully
- Share important information with those that need to know
- Address concerns with the appropriate persons and work with them to resolve the concerns
Responsibility, Sense of Ownership, and Stewardship
- Assumes responsibility for the Villa’s reputation
- Open to new ideas and new approaches to the job
Compassionate Care and Service
- Respond to residents needs in a timely manner
- Take time to speak with family members
- Give timely feedback to persons who express concerns
- Foster a healing environment within the Villa community

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited music therapy program
Licensure/Certification: Current MT – BC certification from Certification Board for Music Therapists

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

One-year experiences in Music Therapy field with adult/geriatric population preferred.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light to moderate physical effort
- Lift/carry up to 15 lbs.
Balance of sedentary/mobility work
- Frequent to occasional kneeling/crouching/reaching/stooping/bending
- Frequently moves/lifts supplies or equipment
- Frequently transfers and repositions residents
Ability to communicate verbally
Reading/seeing/writing requires far and near visual acuity, field vision, and color vision to read written communications
Must be able to write legibly
Eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity to perform the duties of a Life Enrichment Assistant.

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