Music Therapist

Work LocationMission Viejo, California

Work ShiftDay – 10hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job SummaryResponsible for providing group, individual, and family supportive therapy services to children and adolescents residing in the Mental Health Inpatient Center under the Psychology Department. Develops and implements music therapy curriculum informed by the evidence-based models utilized on the unit. Collaborates with other interdisciplinary team members to develop and/or integrate personalized treatment plans. Develops suitable music programs for patients based on their needs, objectives, and preferred forms of creative expression. Teaches patients coping skills and strategies to enable them to deal with challenging and traumatic experiences.

Pay RangeMinimum $26.21 Midpoint $34.72 Maximum $43.24

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

* Required: Two (2) of professional experience as a Music Therapist.

* Preferred: Experience working with inpatient or high-risk mental health populations. Previous experience with adolescents in a mental health setting.

Education

* Required: Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from an American Music Therapy Association approved university or a Bachelor’s degree in Music with a completed Music Therapy equivalency.

* Preferred: Master's degree in Music Therapy from an American Music Therapy Association approved university or Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Clinical Psychology or be currently enrolled in a Master’s level degree program.

Training

* Required: CPR Certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into position. Board Certified Music Therapist with CBMT in accordance with NCCA Program Accreditation Standards.

* Preferred: Internship, Fieldwork or Volunteer experience in the pediatric setting.

Specialized Skills

* Required: Ability to positively interact with children and families. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner. Ability to work in collaboration and in positive manner with others. Ability to perform duties independently. Perform work according to CHOC policies and procedures, professional standards of care, and applicable laws. Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards. Care with sensitivity and respect. Advance care through the development of new ideas and technology. Promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission. Understand and exceed customer expectations. Ability to accurately assess developmental needs of patients, establish a plan of care, evaluate effectiveness of interventions. Understanding of counseling principles and practices. Effective written and verbal skills.

* Preferred: Bilingual skills in English and Spanish.

Licensure

* Required: Board Certified Music Therapist with CBMT in accordance with NCCA Program Accreditation Standards, Basic Life Support (BLS).

Work Environments - Functional Demand:Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient) .

Physical Activity Requirements:Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity LiftingLifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements:Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

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