Hennepin County Medical Center is hiring: Music Therapist in Minneapolis

Overview Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a Level I Adult and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, with a clinic system across Minneapolis and Hennepin County. The system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, East Lake Street, and suburban communities. The organization also operates a large psychiatric program, home care, a research institute, a philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary of Hennepin County. Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieving optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates, promotes, protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We seek individuals with diverse cultural perspectives to help build a more equitable healthcare organization. Summary We are currently seeking a Music Therapist to join our Inpatient Psych team. This part-time role will work 56 hours within a two-week pay period, on days or evenings. Purpose of this position: In conjunction with the Inpatient Psychiatry Team, implements the utilization of music within a therapeutic relationship to address physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients. Responsibilities Music Therapist works to assure program quality and integrity is maintained Assesses emotional and spiritual well-being, physical health, social functioning, communication abilities, and cognitive skills through musical responses Designs music interventions for individuals and groups based on patient/family needs using improvisation, receptive music listening, song writing, lyric discussion, music and imagery, music performance and learning through music Assesses patient/family needs, develops, and implements treatment plans; evaluates and documents clinical changes Uses therapeutic interventions to support patients in distress, to assist in preventing escalation of undesired behaviors Uses clinical skills and interventions to assist the department in reducing the use of restraints and seclusion Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning, ongoing evaluation, and follow up Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner Participates in ongoing education programs Follows the policy of confidentiality regarding patients and families Demonstrates a compassionate attitude toward patients and families that is consistent with the HHS philosophy and mission Attends and actively participates in clinical team meetings Maintains confidentiality of all information pertaining to patients, families, and team members Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Completion of a college music therapy curriculum including an internship (or is in the process of completing an internship) Bachelor's degree in music therapy from an American Music Therapy Association-approved program Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to establish caring and professional relationships with people of all ages and abilities Ability to perform work with empathy, patience, creativity, imagination, openness to new ideas, flexibility, and self-awareness Ability to effectively work with individuals experiencing acute mental health crises and chronic mental illness in an inpatient setting Ability to use a patient-centered approach to engage in conflict resolution and de-escalation; skilled in reducing the use of restraints and seclusion Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Ability to work independently, with flexibility, personal integrity, and ability to collaborate with clients, families, personnel, and support agencies Licenses/Certifications Music Therapy Board Certified (MT-BC) Additional Information You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer opportunities to make an impact in patients' lives and are committed to Equal Employment Opportunities for current and prospective employees. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. Please Note: Offers of employment are conditional on successful clearance of background checks and pre-employment requirements. Total Rewards Package We offer a competitive pay rate based on skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience, and internal equity. We provide an extensive benefits program including Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license/certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions). For a complete list of benefits, visit our career site on why you should work for us. Department: Inpatient Psych Program Staff Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.70 (56 hours per pay period) Shift Detail: Day, Evening Job Level: Staff Employee Status: Regular Eligible for Benefits: Yes Union/Non Union: Union Min - Max: $29.50 - $41.25 Job Posting: Oct-21-2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr