What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Palliative Music Therapist position at Residential Home Health and Hospice?
Delivering compassionate care is at the heart of what we do at Residential Home Health and Hospice. Our Hospice Music Therapist will work closely with our team to provide personalized care to patients.
We're proud to have been recognized as a Top Workplace by our employees, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive work environment. With 20 years of experience, we understand the importance of supporting each employee's career growth.
A rewarding benefits package awaits:
- Up to 24 paid holiday and personal days off in year one
- DailyPay: Access your money when you want it
- Industry-leading 360 You benefits program
- Company paid emotional health and wellness support for you and your family
- Adoption assistance
- Access to Ramsey SmartDollar
Certain benefits may vary based on employment status.
About this role:
- Provide music therapy sessions in accordance with company protocols and certification standards
- Communicate the value of music therapy to patients, staff, and facility partners
- Establish therapy objectives during patient assessments
- Plan, review, and assess therapy sessions to ensure effectiveness and inform subsequent sessions
- Engage actively in sessions by playing instruments, singing, and listening
- Encourage patients to participate and respond musically to their needs, providing comfort during end-of-life stages
- Foster creative development and facilitate positive changes in behavior and well-being
Necessary qualifications:
- Bachelor of Music Therapy degree
- Board certified (MT-BC) credential according to U.S. Certification Board for Music Therapists, preferred
- State music therapy licensing, preferred
- At least six months of work/education experience with geriatric healthcare
- At least six months of work/education experience with end-of-life/terminal illness healthcare
We believe in equality and inclusivity in the workplace.
