Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is hiring: Lincoln Center Moments Music T

Overview

Position: Lincoln Center Moments Music Therapist

Department: Accessibility

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is seeking Music Therapists, experienced in facilitating workshops for individuals with dementia and their caregivers, to develop and lead programs as part of Lincoln Center Moments, a performance-based program. These roles involve collaborating with teaching artists, access educators, and performers to design and lead engaging and accessible performance-based programs. This is an opportunity for music therapists to deepen experience in leading programs for people with dementia and their caregivers and in the creative aging field.

Responsibilities

• Trainings and orientations with the Lincoln Center Moments planning team
• Season kick-off and debrief meetings (fall and spring)
• Group professional development sessions
• Facilitation of programs and co-lead workshops
• Prepare for and attend planning meetings (up to 8 programs)
• Join pre-program check-ins (up to 8 programs)
• Prepare for and co-lead a one-hour workshop (planning, observation, facilitation, debrief) for up to 8 programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and leading programs for individuals with dementia and their caregivers
• Knowledge of dementia and related disabilities, with effective communication and facilitation techniques
• Certification / Advanced Degree in Music Therapy
• Training in creative aging and universal design techniques
• Ability to engage participants in a group setting
• Experience communicating lesson plan ideas in written form
• Interest in collaborative planning and facilitation
• Experience with virtual facilitation preferred
• Experience in arts-based community settings strongly preferred
• English and Spanish fluency strongly valued

Compensation

• $70 per two-hour meeting or training
• $555 per program, inclusive of planning time and check-in meetings

Anticipated Program Dates

• Fall Orientation, Kick-off, and Professional Development Session: By Sept 30 (dates tbc)
• Observe Program on Sept 17 from 12pm-3:30pm
• Fall Program Dates: Sept 17 (12pm-3:30pm), Oct 15 (12pm-3:30pm), Nov 19 (12pm-3:30pm), Dec 10 (12pm-3:30pm)
• Fall Debrief: TBD December 16-18

About Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. (LCPA) is a cultural and civic cornerstone of New York City. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a dynamic work environment. We welcome applicants from all sectors who solve problems, show up as they are, and innovate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, marital or civil partnership/union status, familial or caregiver status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, military or veteran status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, domestic violence, or stalking victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available in locating open positions, completing applications, interviewing, and any pre-employment testing. Inquiries: Abigail Worsnip at (212) 875–5324.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Performing Arts and Non-profit Organizations

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