Music Therapist (H) Job at University of Miami in Florida

Current Employees : If you are a current Staff Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet please review this tip sheet . The University of Miami UHealth Department of Cancer Support Services has an exciting opportunity for Music Therapist in Miami. The incumbent engages with adult and pediatric oncology patients individually or in groups through therapeutic music activities. The Music Therapist also utilizes musical remedies to treat those suffering from a variety of issues. Core Job Functions Assesses client functioning levels strengths and areas of need in terms of perceptual sensory affective communicative musical or other abilities. Establishes client goals or objectives for music therapy treatment considering client needs capabilities and interests. Analyzes or synthesizes client data to draw conclusions or make recommendations for therapy. Gathers diagnostic data from various sources such as case documentation observations of clients and interviews of clients or family members. Designs music therapy experiences to meet clients goals or objectives. Adapts existing or creates new music therapy assessment instruments and procedures to meet an individual clients needs. Plans music therapy sessions to achieve appropriate transitions pacing sequencing energy level and intensity in accordance with treatment plans. Customizes treatment programs for specific client populations (i.e. hospice psychiatric or obstetric populations). Confers with professionals on clients treatment team to develop coordinate or integrate treatment plans. Reviews research or literature in music therapy or related disciplines. Analyzes data to determine the effectiveness of specific treatments or therapy approaches. Selects or adapts musical instruments and equipment and non-musical materials to meet treatment objectives. Assesses the risks and benefits of treatment termination for clients. Conducts or assists in the conduction of music therapy research. Identifies and responds to emergency physical or mental health situations. Writes treatment plans case summaries and progress reports related to individual clients or groups. Supervises staff volunteers practicum students and interns engaged in music therapy activities. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Education Bachelors Degree in relevant field Certification and Licensing Certification in relevant specialty or field Experience Minimum 3 years of relevant experience The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System South Floridas only university-based health system provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for. Key Skills Experience Working With Students Time Management Acute Care HTTPS Speech Therapy Assistive Technologies Autism Experience Pediatrics Experience Home Care Interpretation Patient Service Experience Phone Etiquette Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: H7 Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information. #J-18808-Ljbffr