Inland Northwest Behavioral Health
MUSIC THERAPIST (BA)
Inland Northwest Behavioral Health, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254
Music Therapist (BA) – Inland Northwest Behavioral Health
Music Therapist provides evidence-based music interventions to support emotional, cognitive, and physical well‑being of patients in a psychiatric behavioral health setting. This role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate music therapy as a therapeutic modality.
Reports to: Director of Clinical Services.
Responsibilities
Assess patient needs and develop music therapy treatment plans aligned with clinical goals.
Facilitate individual and group music therapy sessions using singing, instrument play, songwriting, and music listening.
Document patient progress and outcomes in compliance with hospital and state regulations.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers to integrate music therapy into comprehensive care plans.
Maintain ethical standards and adhere to Washington State licensing requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program.
Certification: MT‑BC (Board Certified Music Therapist) required.
License: Washington State Music Therapy License.
Skills: Strong musical proficiency, therapeutic communication, and crisis intervention skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years of related experience, preferably with knowledge of psychiatric patient care and an understanding of mental illness.
Direct experience in group facilitation is strongly preferred.
Physical & Sensory Requirements, Work Environment & Conditions
Physically fit and able to perform all required recreational therapy activities.
Ability to work with various patient age groups (adolescent, adult, and geriatric).
Team player; ability to stand or walk up to six hours and sit up to two hours.
Occasional ability to push/pull wheeled carts up to 200 lbs.
Lift and carry up to 10 lbs. of charts and records.
Visual and olfactory acuity as required for reading written material and discerning a variety of odors.
Ability to handle hazardous/infectious waste on an occasional basis.
Work in fast‑paced environments with high noise levels, chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards, dust, mist, and steam.
React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Spokane, WA
Salary: $60,000.00–$90,000.00 (commensurate with experience).
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Reports to: Director of Clinical Services.
Responsibilities
Assess patient needs and develop music therapy treatment plans aligned with clinical goals.
Facilitate individual and group music therapy sessions using singing, instrument play, songwriting, and music listening.
Document patient progress and outcomes in compliance with hospital and state regulations.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers to integrate music therapy into comprehensive care plans.
Maintain ethical standards and adhere to Washington State licensing requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program.
Certification: MT‑BC (Board Certified Music Therapist) required.
License: Washington State Music Therapy License.
Skills: Strong musical proficiency, therapeutic communication, and crisis intervention skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years of related experience, preferably with knowledge of psychiatric patient care and an understanding of mental illness.
Direct experience in group facilitation is strongly preferred.
Physical & Sensory Requirements, Work Environment & Conditions
Physically fit and able to perform all required recreational therapy activities.
Ability to work with various patient age groups (adolescent, adult, and geriatric).
Team player; ability to stand or walk up to six hours and sit up to two hours.
Occasional ability to push/pull wheeled carts up to 200 lbs.
Lift and carry up to 10 lbs. of charts and records.
Visual and olfactory acuity as required for reading written material and discerning a variety of odors.
Ability to handle hazardous/infectious waste on an occasional basis.
Work in fast‑paced environments with high noise levels, chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards, dust, mist, and steam.
React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Spokane, WA
Salary: $60,000.00–$90,000.00 (commensurate with experience).
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