Hospice Music Therapist - Part Time

Hospice Music Therapist - Part Time 48hrs bi-weekly - Weekdays 8am-4:30pm - Flexible schedule - every other Thursday required. No weekends & no Holidays - We offer some excellent benefits, competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, PTO/Sick time accrual and an incredibly fun & supportive team environment.

Ecumen Hospice-St Cloud is hiring a Music Therapist. Ecumen Hospice-St Cloud provides in-home and community-based services in the St. Cloud & Litchfield, Minnesota area. The Ecumen Hospice mission is to provide care that exceeds the expectations of those that find themselves in the later stages of life by providing a level of comfort and quality of life that makes each person feel honored and supported as their life continues to have significance.

The Music Therapist is responsible for providing music therapy under the direction of the Clinical Director according to the patient's unique plan of care.

About Us:

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details:

• Schedule: 48hrs bi-weekly - Part-Time Shifts on weekdays between 8am-4:30pm - flexible schedule with every other Thursday required. No Weekends or Holidays!

• Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $27.00 - $30.00 per hour.

• Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

• Benefits: Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our part-time team members including dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Assesses patients for appropriate medical indication for service and performs assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy.
• Directs and assists patients through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, tension, relaxation, and comfort.
• Provides ongoing education to the clinical team of appropriateness and/or contraindications for treatment.
• Maintains necessary records, e.g. clinical notes, charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record within 24 hours of session and modified as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Driving Requirements: Local Travel and Driver's License Required

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from an accredited music therapy program
• Current MT - BC certification from Certification Board for Music Therapists
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of clinical music therapy experience in home health or hospice or senior care