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POSTED 10/30/08

Hospice Team seeks Music Therapist Board Certified.  Growing agency with caring competent team,  professional Medicare Certified Hospice Agency in Modesto, Ca. contact: 408-834-3484

 

POSTED 11/16/08

Music For Life Music Therapy, www.MusicforTherapy.com is currently accepting resumes for groups and individual sessions in the San Francisco Bay Area
 

Founded in 1997, Music For Life Music Therapy exists to enhance lives through music and has been providing services to meet the needs of persons with disabilities at group homes and other programs.

Join a group of team-oriented, reliable professionals who are focused on continuing to develop our music therapy skills collectively and individually. Music For Therapy music therapists must be proficient in assessment & documentation and be fluent in at least one musical instrument such as voice or percussion. Board Certified with CBMT is preferred.

For more information, please contact Kathy Quain, MME, MT-BC, at  kathy@musicfortherapy.com

 

POSTED 9/22/08

Hearts Giving Hope Foundation, Inc. seeks an enthusiastic Board Certified-Music Therapist to work as an independent contractor on a part-time hourly basis, providing services to children in hospitals in both Los Angeles and Orange Counties suffering from cancer and other potentially life-threatening illnesses. Children range in age from 0 to 18.

REQUIRED DEGREE/CREDENTIALS: Applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy and hold MT-BC status.

DUTIES: Duties include conducting 1-2 hour weekly group sessions for children suffering from cancer and other potentially life-threatening illnesses. A typical group session will include 15-25 children. Therapists will work on a part-time, independent contractor basis. Sessions are conducted at hospitals throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Therapists are responsible for setting their schedules and transportation to group sessions. Therapists must have reliable transportation. Therapists must be willing to work with and co-treat with interns.

SALARY: Therapists will work on a part-time basis as independent contractors, at an hourly rate of $22.50 per hour. Therapists will also be reimbursed for the mileage accrued during travel to group sessions.

START DATE: Immediate Opening Available

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Christiane Cargill-Kinney
heartsgivinghope@gmail.com

Hearts Giving Hope Foundation, Inc.
6146 Colgate Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90036
(818) 618-5544
For more information about Hearts Giving Hope visit: www.heartsgivinghope.org

 

 

POSTED 7/17/08

Music To Grow On seeks an enthusiastic Board Certified-Music Therapist to join the nine therapists that are currently employed.  Music To Grow On is a quickly growing Music Therapy private practice in the Sacramento area.  Music To Grow On provides services to children with special needs including Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, global delays, visual impairments, seizure disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and much more.  Children range in age from 0 to 22 with a majority of children under the age of 5.  Music To Grow On holds contracts with several school districts, a California Regional Center early intervention service agency, and also provides services through private pay.  Services are provided on an individual basis to each child.  Music To Grow On is also providing group services to Land Park Academy, a school for children with Autism within each of their eight classrooms and Bowling Green Charter School, a school for children with orthopedic challenges in four of their classrooms.  Music To Grow On is a National Roster Internship site therefore the therapists also are interacting and working with interns on a regular basis.

REQUIRED DEGREE/CREDENTIALS: Applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy and hold MT-BC status or will complete the exam prior to employment.  Applicants are also encouraged to have completed the Neurologic Music Therapy Training Course.

DUTIES:  Duties include completing assessments, quarterlies, and discharges for children on the caseload and conducting weekly sessions for each client.  Attendance of Individual Education Plan meetings, Individual Family Service Plan meetings, and Planning Team meetings as necessary is required.  Therapists must communicate and work with various individuals of treatment teams including parents, Service Coordinators/Program Specialists, and other service providers.  A typical caseload is approximately 25 clients. Therapists hold a full time position with a  40 hour work week.  Sessions are conducted both in clinic and in home.  Therapists are responsible for setting their schedules and transportation to in-home appointments.  Therapists must have reliable transportation.  Other responsibilities include participation in community events to promote Music Therapy and Music To Grow On.  Therapists must be willing to work with and co-treat with interns.

SALARY: Therapists start at $22.50 per hour.  After completion of three months probation, therapists qualify for health benefits.  After one year, a therapist will be placed on salary.  Each additional year the therapist receives a 5% pay increase.  Therapists are reimbursed for the mileage accrued during travel to clients’ homes.

START DATE: Immediate Opening Available (two positions available)

CONTACT INFORMATION: Bessie J. Barth, MT-BC, NMT           
                                                                bessie@musictogrowon.net
Music To Grow On
601 University Avenue, Suite 110                                  Sacramento, California 95825                      
(916) 920-0143 Direct                                               (916) 920-0165 Fax       
                                                           
                                                           

For more information about Music To Grow On visit: www.musictogrow.net

POSTED 5/20/08

POSITION TITLE: Music Therapist

DESCRIPTION: Arts & Services for Disabled, Inc. is looking for talented and dynamic people interested in teaching, learning and working beside individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Greater Long Beach and Los Angeles areas. Full time, part time Music Therapy positions are available immediately for the right candidates.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy, experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is beneficial.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS: Commensurate with experience. Full medical insurance including dental and vision, paid personal days and vacation time after 3 month orientation period. More benefits upon inquiry. 35 hour workweek, 8:30 am-3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, no nights or weekends.

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO ARTS & SERVICES FOR DISABLED, INC.

Helen Dolas, MS, MT-BC
helendolas@artsandservices.com
3962 Studebaker Road, Suite 206
Long Beach, CA 90808
Fax: 562.982.0254

CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION: (562) 982-0247.
Please visit our website at www.artsandservices.org

 

 

POSTED 5/20/08

JOB TITLE: Independent Contractor P/T MT Summer Contracts (all curriculum provided)
DESCRIPTION: Adapted Piano Lesson w/Autism (11yr & 13yr, two separate contracts)
HOURS: 3x/week
SALARY: $40/hr
LOCATION: Redondo & Manhattan Beach, CA
QUALIFICATIONS: MT-BC, 1+Yr exp w/population, practice insurance and first aid/CPR preferred
START DATE: June 1, 2008
APPLICATION INFO: Please send resume to Sara@HearTheDifference.Net / Call 310-344-6665 for any questions

 

 

POSTED 5/20/08

JOB TITLE: Independent Contractor - P/T MT Summer Contract (all curriculum provided)
DESCRIPTION: Music Therapy w/Assisted Living Alzheimer's & Dementia (later stages)
HOURS: Friday 10-11A, 2x/month
SALARY: $55/hr
LOCATION: Hermosa Beach, CA
QUALIFICATIONS: MT-BC, 1+Yr exp w/population, practice insurance and first aid/CPR preferred
START DATE: June 1, 2008
APPLICATION INFO: Please send resume to Sara@HearTheDifference.Net / Call 310-344-6665 for any questions

 

 

POSTED 4/22/08

Music For Life Music Therapy, www.MusicforTherapy.com is currently accepting resumes for groups and individual sessions in the North Bay Area, mainly in Fairfield in Solano County.

Founded in 1997, Music For Life Music Therapy exists to enhance lives through music and has been providing services to meet the needs of persons with disabilities at day programs, Alzheimer's residences and other programs.

Join a group of team-oriented, reliable professionals who are focused on continuing to develop our music therapy skills collectively and individually. Music For Therapy music therapists must be proficient in assessment & documentation and be fluent in at least one musical instrument such as voice or percussion. Board Certified with CBMT is preferred.

For more information, please contact Kathy Quain, MME, MT-BC, kathy@musicfortherapy.com, (707) 246 - 4116

 

 

 

POSTED 10/22/07

Job Title: independent contractor - Music Therapist (p/t)
· Hours: 1hr/wk - monday mornings
· Salary: $53-$60/hr
· Facility: Music Therapy Center of the South Bay - external contract
· City and State: San Pedro, CA
· Qualifications: MT-BC with early childhood experience, personal practice insurance, first aid/CPR
· Population: Adult Day Facility (mild to moderate special needs)
· Starting date: ASAP, TBD
· Description of position
·1x week recreational music therapy group: 15-20 people
· Complete MTCSB group assessment and treatment plan
· Plan sessions and document pre and post-session data
· Complete 3 month and 6 month treatment plan reviews

· Contact information: send resume via e/m to Sara@HearTheDifference.net

Sara Dudik, MT-BC, NMT, Owner (310) 344-6665
APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 31, 2007

 

 


POSTED 9/7/07

Dementia Program Coordinator

Mercy Retirement and Care Center, a not-for-profit retirement community on a beautiful campus in Oakland, seeks a program coordinator to lead its dementia team in planning, developing, and implementing all aspects of 24/7 dementia specific care. Our dementia program is specifically designed to care for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

Responsible for the coordination of activities in delivering quality care appropriate to meet physical, emotional, spiritual, and recreational needs of dementia residents. This includes all activities of daily living (ADL's), plus activities designed to increase environmental stimulation and maintain the highest cognitive function of dementia residents.

Establishes and communicates the program goals to team members, families, and staff. With the team, integrates the routine ADL's with recreational activities and special events to create a unique atmosphere of caring appropriate to the residents. Insures that the team delivers the program in a cohesive and well coordinated manner.

Monitors performance of volunteers and aides from other departments to insure quality of programs and care delivery and consistency with program goals. Participates in hiring and developing high quality team members who excel in delivering the program. Trains team members on specific skills necessary to successfully deliver the program. Seeks and engages outside resources when necessary to deliver additional training designed to improve team skills and performance.

Participates in documentation and evaluation of care received by residents in conjunction with relevant nursing/social service/activity staff. Communicates clearly with residents, families, and all team members to ensure the highest quality of care. Treats residents and their families with respect and dignity.

High school diploma or equiv. required. Some college education/classes in the field of human services/elder care and/or an activity director certificate preferred. A minimum of two years related experience, preferably in the long-term care field. Experience in direct provision of dementia care services in long-term care or community based setting.

This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate to gain valuable experience and skills working with the Alzheimer's/Dementia population. The position is supervised by a masters level, board certified music therapist.

Send resume to:

Mercy Retirement and Care Center
3431 Foothill Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94601

Fax: (510) 261-5257

Email: mercyjobs0034@eldercarealliance.org


Posted 7/7/07

 

POSITION: Assistant Program Director

DESCRIPTION: Arts & Services for Disabled, Inc. is looking for talented and dynamic artists interested in teaching and facilitating classes. The Assistant Program Director will assist in the supervision of staff and the responsibilities of the daily duties of the program director. Assistant Program Director is responsible in assisting the Program Director in the oversight and daily operations of an adult day program for individuals with developmental disabilities utilizing the creative arts (music, dance, drama, visual and literary arts). Services include a transition program (high school and developmental center), adult education and community college courses.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: BA in creative arts therapy or related field, 2 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

 

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience. Full medical including dental and vision, paid personal days and vacation time after 6 month orientation period. 35 hour workweek, 8:30 am-3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, no weekends.

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO :

Arts & Services for Disabled, Inc.
Helen Dolas, MS, MT-BC, CEO
3962 Studebaker Rd. Ste 206
Long Beach Ca 90808
or email to: info@artsandservices.com
 

 

Posted 7/7/07

 

 

POSITION TITLE: Full and part time (Music, Dance/Movement, Drama or Art) Therapist or Instructor.

 

DESCRIPTION: Arts & Services for Disabled, Inc. is looking for talented and dynamic artists interested in teaching and learning from artists with developmental disabilities in the Greater Long Beach and Los Angeles areas. Full time and part time positions available immediately for the right candidates.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor of Arts Degree in a related instructional field (art, drama, music or movement) is required. A minimum of one year’s experience working with individuals with disabilities or a Creative Arts Therapy Certification is also required. Applicants for this position must possess an understanding and caring personality.

 

COMPENSATION: Based on education, experience and credentials. Full medical benefits including dental and vision, paid personal days and vacation time after 6 month orientation period. 35 hour workweek, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday through Friday, no weekends.

 

Part time hourly rates are negotiable.

 

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO:

 

      ARTS & SERVICES FOR DISABLED, INC.

      Helen Dolas, MS, MT-BC, CEO

3962 Studebaker Road, Suite 206

Long Beach, CA 90808

Fax: 562.982.0254

E-mail: info@artsandservices.com

 

OR CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION: (562) 982-0247.

Please visit us on our website at www.artsandservices.org  

 


 

7/7/07

 

POSITION: Program Director

DESCRIPTION:  Program Director is responsible for the oversight and daily operations of an adult day program for individuals with developmental disabilities utilizing the creative arts (music, dance, drama, visual and literary arts). Services include a transition program (high school and developmental center), adult education and community college courses. Requires knowledge in advocacy issues, staff supervision & training, development and coordination of clinical, educational and behavioral interventions and curriculum. Other duties include collaboration with Regional
Center, State Developmental Center and other outside agencies for communication and interface of clients and program; music therapy clinical supervision; fundraising; etc.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: BA, (creative arts therapy preferred) or in related field, 2 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

 

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience. Full medical including dental and vision, paid personal days and vacation time after 6 month orientation period. 35 hour workweek, 8:30 am-3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, no weekends.

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO :

Arts & Services for Disabled, Inc.
Helen Dolas, MS, MT-BC, CEO
3962 Studebaker Rd. Ste 206
Long Beach Ca 90808
or email to: info@artsandservices.com
 


 

Posted 7/2/07

 

Roze Room Hospice is seeking a full-time Music Therapist for our community based hospice program.  The position is  the Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley offices. 
 
The Music Therapist is responsible for planning, organizing and providing music therapy activities that are designed to meet patient's or psychological needs, such as solo or group singing, rhythmic and other creative music activities, music listening.  The MT instructs patients individually or in groups in prescribed  instrumental or vocal music and music projective techniques such as guided imagery or progressive relaxation
 
 
Must be knowledgeable about principles, theories and practices of Music Therapy.  Ability to sing and play a musical instrument and to assess musical skills and abilities of individuals.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Ability to work with dying patients and their families.  Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team.
 
Candidates may apply by fax, 323-936-7573 or email, nharris@rozeroomhospice.org
 

 


 Posted 6/4/07

Program Director, Activities 

AlmaVia of San Francisco is a 135-unit assisted living & dementia care retirement community We currently seek a Program Director to create and implement programs that meet the social, spiritual, intellectual and physical needs of all residents.   

Requirements include a degree in a therapeutic activity (music, drama, art, recreation or related area) and experience in providing/coordinating activities in a residential setting.   

For immediate consideration, send your resume to: VP Operations, Elder Care Alliance, 2361 E. 29th St., Oakland, CA 94606, fax: (510) 434-2806 or email: avsfjobs0048@eldercarealliance.org..  EOE

 

 


Posted 5/12/07

ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 

AlmaVia of San Rafael, a new assisted living and dementia care retirement community, provides high quality care for seniors within an environment that encourages wellness and independence. We currently have an excellent opportunity available for an Activity Director 

Reporting to the Executive Director, you will coordinate all resident activities, therapeutic activities and volunteer services to provide residents with activity programming that maximizes their satisfaction and well-being. It is our goal to create and implement programs that meet the social, spiritual, intellectual and physical needs of all residents. Requirements include a degree in a therapeutic activity (Music, Drama, Art, Recreation or related area), and at least one year of experience conducting activities for seniors. Sensitivity to working with older adults and knowledge of the aging process is essential. 

For immediate consideration, send your resume to 515 Northgate Dr., San Rafael, CA 94903, Fax to 415-491-1910, or email  avsrjobs0024@eldercarealliance.org. EOE

 


 

Posted 5/12/07

Join a team of compassionate hospice workers by
providing music therapy to patients in their home.
Applicant should have or be in the process of
acquiring board certification.  Prior hospice
experience preferred.  Prior work with elderly
population is also helpful.   Position is part or full
time; schedule flexible. Patients live throughout the
San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, Pasadena
and Arcadia.  Roze Room Hospice of the Valley cares
for terminal patients by providing the full scope of
end-of-life care.  Mileage pay and cell phone
provided.  Please direct a cover letter and resume to
Josefa Azcueta by fax:   818-783-1066 or e-mail:
josefa@rozeroomhospice.org.

 


 
Posted 5/07

MUSIC THERAPIST

Coalinga State Hospital
Coalinga, CA
 
California Department of Mental Health, Coalinga State Hospital is a brand new forensic facility with over 50 Rehabilitation Therapist positions to fill including Art, Music and Recreation.  This premier state-of-the-art facility is designed to serve 1,500 individuals who are court committed pursuant to the Sexually Violent Predator law or are mentally ill prisoners transferred from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.  We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits and an exciting opportunity to work in California’s newest Mental Health Facility. Please visit us at our website: www.dmh.ca.gov/Statehospitals/Coalinga.
 
Rehabilitation Therapists serve as members of the Wellness and Recovery Treatment Team and provide therapy services to individuals within the overall scope of services, techniques, and programs authorized by the Rehabilitation Therapy Service Department at Coalinga State Hospital.
 
Duties will include: Organize, plan and provide recovery-oriented courses, groups, and activities; meet with and provide Rehabilitation therapy services for individuals who have identified needs; organize, promote, implement or coordinate events; assist in the maintenance of a safe and secure environment through accountability and supervision of controlled items used in Rehabilitation Therapy activities; assessment, planning, and evaluation.
 
The Rehabilitation Therapists will also develop, review and update work components of the integrated assessment with each new individual, consistent with hospital policy and standards, and maintain and manage Program Rehabilitation Activities budget, Patient Benefit Fund and patient donations. Come join our team!
 
Please contact Evelyn Catano, Chief of Rehabilitation Therapy, at (559) 934-3780 or email at ECatano@csh.dmh.ca.gov
 

 

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