Music Therapist Job at Overstory Health in Boston

Job Description

The Music Therapist will be a part of the multidisciplinary team for clients enrolled in the Psychiatric Day Treatment program at Overstory Health and is responsible for running the “Creative” group session. The music therapist is responsible for leading and documenting music therapy interventions and client responses in the electronic medical record and will align with client’s individual treatment goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead one hour music therapy groups 2x per week from 1-2pm with clients
• Document the music therapy intervention and individual client notes based on their responses
• Communicate to the multidisciplinary team about engagement in the groups and clinical observations
• Develop music therapy lesson plans and share with the clinic director to ensure alignment with mission, vision, and values and ensure appropriateness at this level of care

Experience/Skills Required for Success

• 1+ years experience doing music therapy
• Experience in hospital setting, intensive outpatient, or partial hospital setting preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in music therapy and/or music therapist certification
• Highly organized, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with mental health conditions including co-occurring substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and complex mood disorders

Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion

Overstory Health is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing different lived experiences, perspectives, and voices makes us stronger and improves the care we deliver. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.

Mission: Overstory Health delivers compassionate and connected care to guide individuals through the most challenging times in their lives, one group at a time.

Vision: Transform Behavioral Healthcare to empower every individual and their community to heal, connect and thrive.

Compensation: $40-45/hr. 1099