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Music Therapist Job at LittleStar ABA Therapy in Carmel

LittleStar ABA Therapy, Carmel, IN, United States


Summary LittleStar ABA Therapy is looking for a motivated and energetic Music Therapist to provide services to families on the Medicaid Waiver and private pay music therapy services in surrounding areas. Services will occur at the Carmel therapy center, in the client’s home, community-based facilities, and on occasion via telehealth.
Benefits Designated space for sessions to occur at the Carmel therapy center
Stable, innovative, trend setting ABA provider
Opportunity for remote work
Flexible scheduling
A friendly, collaborative, highly skilled team
Annual stipend for professional development, continued education, and instruments
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program eligibility
Highly competitive pay
Free health and wellness clinics for eligible staff (with free generic medications)
Three options for medical and two options for dental (50% paid by LittleStar). Vision (100% paid by LittleStar)
Nine paid holidays
401k with up to 4% company match
Paid travel time and mileage
Recertification cost paid by LittleStar
Condition of Employment Must successfully pass the initial and updated criminal history, background, and record checks, which includes driving history checks.
Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as provided by LittleStar, where physical distance cannot be attained as needed.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conducts music therapy assessment to determine appropriate goals to be listed on the PCISP
Creates and implements approved treatment plan based on music therapy assessment
Tracks data per session and reports progress on quarterly reports submitted to the treatment team
Implements appropriate response to high‑risk areas as outlined in each individual’s high‑risk plan.
Completes and submits client billing as directed and in a timely manner
Completes and submits additional paperwork in a timely manner (time clock exception forms, incident reports, temperature tracking forms, etc.)
Communicates with clients' families regarding services
Communicates with Waiver Services Director regarding all developments, problems, or concerns as needed and requests feedback
Attends and participates in team meetings for clients on caseload
Maintains client and family confidentiality per LittleStar policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Regulations
Educational Qualifications and Skills Hold a minimum bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in music therapy
Hold MT-BC certification designated by the Certification Board of Music Therapists
Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First aid certification annually and perform, as necessary.
Possess and maintain a clear criminal record per Medicaid Waiver regulation requirements
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
A positive team player and energetic professional
Strong organizational and time management skills along with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Good judgment and creative thinking skills.
Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Work Environment This position will work in a professional office setting. Sessions will also occur in the client’s home or community-based facilities. Telehealth sessions are available upon the request of the family through the Appendix K flexibilities. These flexibilities are determined by the COVID‑19 Public Health Emergency and are not a permanent option.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations can be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request.
Travel Therapist will not transport clients; however, will travel to the locations of each session (client’s home or community-based facilities) not to exceed 30 miles.
This Employer Participates in E‑Verify and All Offers of Employment are Contingent Upon Clear Results of a Background Check

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