Leads Music Therapists in developing implementing and evaluating music therapy interventions that address the psychosocial and developmental needs of patients. Contributes to the professional development of team members and program.
Essential Functions:
- Models and leads the Music Therapists within the interdisciplinary team to improve or maintain social emotional functional and physical health of patients and families.
- Ensures ethical and sound decision-making appropriate documentation and appropriate interpersonal communication of the music therapists.
- Demonstrates professional leadership through clinical supervision and participation in research presentations and continuing education initiatives.
- Engages in leadership roles within Family and Volunteer Services NCH and other professional organizations.
- Collaborates with Family and Volunteer Services leadership internal stakeholders and other affiliated teams in the development implementation and evaluation of music therapy services.
- Leads projects and initiatives to enhance and propel programs and services.
Education Requirement:
- Bachelors Degree in Music Therapy required.
- Masters Degree preferred.
Licensure Requirement:
Licensed Professional Music Therapist (LPMT) in the state of Ohio required.
Certifications:
Certification by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (MT-BC) required.
Skills:
- Working knowledge of music relevant to the pediatric population.
- Competence in voice accompanying instruments and musical skills required.
- Working knowledge of human development developmentally appropriate practices patient assessment and the psychosocial impact of heath care experiences on patients and families.
- Excellent organizational skills project management attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
- Knowledge of research design and methodology.
- Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
Experience:
- Pediatric music therapy experience required.
- Experience supervising or precepting others required.
- Experience in program planning management leadership and teaching preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist Flexing/extending of neck Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs Loud Noises Patient Equipment Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs Reaching above shoulder Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Sitting Standing Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech Color vision Computer skills Decision Making Depth perception Hand use: grasping gripping turning Hearing acuity Interpreting Data Peripheral vision Problem solving Repetitive hand/arm use Seeing Far/near
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet