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The University of Alabama

Music Therapist - 530475

Pay: $48,600–$60,800/yr

Posted: 4 days ago

Location: Tuscaloosa, AL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

A Music Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving music, instruments, and sound. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.

$59,226 / year median in Alabama

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:

Minimum:

$48,600•

Midpoint:

$60,800 (Salaried E7)

Department/Organization:

217801

Rise Normal Work Schedule:
Varies; Monday
Friday Job Summary:
The Music Therapist utilizes music to improve and enhance children's development, increase independence, and enhance the learning experience of children with special needs. Coordinates and leads small
and large-group music therapy sessions.

Identifies needs and updates music selections, materials, and visuals. Researches and identifies appropriate techniques, strategies, and equipment for the variety of abilities within classrooms.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in music therapy or related music degree and two (2) years of experience working with young children with special needs in a classroom setting; OR master's degree in music therapy or related music degree and some experience working with young children with special needs in a classroom setting.

Background Investigation Statement:

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation

DOES NOT

automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the

EEOC's Know Your Rights:

Workplace discrimination is illegal poster. The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.