Shodair Children's Hospital
Music Therapist Job at Shodair Children's Hospital in Helena
Shodair Children's Hospital, Helena, MT, US, 59604
We're Hiring: Music Therapist – Bring Healing Through Harmony!
Schedule: Full-Time | Department: Allied Therapy
Do you believe music can change lives? We do too. We're looking for a passionate and board-certified Music Therapist to join our creative and collaborative Allied Therapy team, helping children and adolescents (ages 3–18) thrive in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
What You’ll Do
Complete assessments, set individualized goals, and document patient progress
Facilitate individual and group music therapy sessions using clinically sound and age-appropriate interventions
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and attend regular rounds
Respond to behavioral health crises, assisting with verbal de-escalation (and, at times, physical restraint)
Use your musical talents and therapeutic skills to support emotional expression, regulation, and connection
Why You’ll Love It Here
Make a meaningful impact through music
Work with a diverse and supportive team
Blend creativity, clinical skills, and outdoor fun
Comprehensive benefits including paid medical and vision insurance, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, 6% 403b employer paid contribution, and much more.
Competitive wages- this position starts at $61,300 annually!
Requirements
What You’ll Bring:
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy and Board Certification (CBMT)
Preferred: 1–3 years of experience with children/adolescents in a psychiatric setting
Experience with a range of musical modalities and therapeutic approaches
Ability to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive therapeutic environment
Bonus (and Required) Training
CPR and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (with Advanced Physical Skills) within 3 months of hire
Lifeguard certification, ropes course training, and food handling certification
Must be 18+
Salary Description: Starting at $61,300 annually
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