Music Therapist Inpatient Mental Health

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

December 26, 2024

Department:

31004040 C/A Program Therapy

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

24

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Every 4th

Job Summary:

Provides music therapy services in an variety of different settings. May be assigned a geographic region for services.

Key Position Details:

• Part -time position scheduled for evening shifts during the week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 1:00PM - 9:30PM) and every fourth weekend day shift (7:30 AM - 4:00PM with some flexibility)
• This position is on the inpatient child and adolescent mental health unit at Abbott Northwestern Hospital  
• The Clinical Therapy team provides group programming, individual assessments, and interventions for patients on the inpatient mental health units.  
• The Clinical Therapy team works very closely with the multidisciplinary inpatient care team including the psychiatrist/nurse practitioner, nurse, psychologist, internal medicine provider, social work, mental health coordinator, pharmacy and additional team members as needed.  
• Benefit eligible position.

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

• Provide music therapy services.
  • Initially assess the patient and family to determine plan of care, implement interventions and evaluate results.
  • Develop or contribute to the plan of care that addresses appropriate goals and interventions to meet the patient needs of ages, cultural backgrounds and in various settings (inpatient)
  • Administers music therapy interventions to patient
  • Maintains music therapy equipment and supplies.
  • Documents services provided in relation to expected outcomes.
• Planning and education of services.
  • May educate support staff, volunteers and families through a variety of means.
  • May orient new staff and volunteers.
  • May plan group programs to treat patients.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in music therapy from a program approved by the American Music Therapy Association required
• 0 to 2 years of music therapist experience and completion of an American Music Therapy Association clinical internship in music therapy required
• Certified Music Therapists - The Certification Board for Music Therapists required upon hire

Physical Demands

• Light Work:
  Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $30.39 to $41.65 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. 

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.  

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.  

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Paid Caregiver Leave

• Voluntary Benefit