Licensed Hospice Music Therapist

**Hospice** **Licensed Professional Music Therapist**

**Salary:** $65-$70k/ year BOE

**Schedule:** Full time | M-F| 8:00AM-5:00PM

**Location:** Toledo, Ohio and surrounding area

**Requirements of the Music Therapist role:**

* Licensed Music Therapist (LPMT) valid in the state of Ohio.
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited institution with active state licensure or certification as required by local regulations.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and families.

* Comfortable with travel to patient homes, nursing facilities, or hospice centers as required by the role.

* Strong understanding of the psychological, emotional, and physical aspects of end-of-life care.
* Functional ability to incorporate various musical instruments, musical and therapeutic modalities.

**About the Music Therapist role****:**

* The Music Therapist will use music-based interventions to address the emotional, psychological, physical, and spiritual needs of patients on hospice services.
* Provide music therapy sessions to hospice patients in individual or group settings, based on the patient's specific needs and goals.
* Provides music therapy
* Use music as a therapeutic tool to help manage symptoms such as pain, anxiety, depression, and agitation, enhancing the quality of life for patients.
* Offer emotional support to families and caregivers through music, facilitating meaningful connections and moments of peace during difficult times.
* Conduct assessments of patients' physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs to develop individualized care plans.
* Collaborate with hospice nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other team members to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
* Offer grief support through music therapy for family members and caregivers before, during, and after the patient's death.
* Maintain detailed records (using EMR system) of music therapy interventions, progress, and patient responses in accordance with hospice care documentation standards.
* Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
* All other duties as assigned

**Why work with Care 360 Hospice:**

* Medical, dental, and vision health Insurance
* Paid Time Off
* 401(k) Matching
* Life Insurance
* Growth opportunities

**NEXT STEPS**

We appreciate your interest in our Licensed Music Therapist position.

After applying, our Recruiters will contact you.

**Care 360 Hospice**

3130 Executive Parkway, Suite 500,

Toledo, OH 43606

Care 360 Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.