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.
Music Therapist A commitment to care. A legacy of compassion. This is D'Youville. Since 1960, D'Youville Life & Wellness Community has provided Greater Lowell and surrounding communities with Faith-Based, Nonprofit, Short-Term Rehabilitation and Skilled Geriatric Care earning the respect of its peers and the trust of the community at large. We are looking for an experienced Music Therapist $18.37 to $22.50 hours, based on experience 15-20 hours week Special Care Unit (Alzheimer's/Dementia) Very stable leadership and low turnover Music Therapist Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Music Therapist Board Certification At least 3 months' experience in a LTC facility Music Therapist Job Summary Organize daily/weekly music therapy sessions Work with individual/group plans to coordinate and implement physical, mental, social, psychosocial and interest Design/implement therapeutic music group programs and 1:1 sessions Collaborate with pastoral care and clinical therapeutic disciplines Assist in observing participant involvement Write care plan for music therapy goals As required, assist in transporting or moving residents Assess, develop treatment plans, and document sessions Assist in maintaining participant records Maintain contacts to keep abreast of developments within field or areas of interest or expertise. This is a brief overview of job responsibilities and not intended to be all inclusive. We aim to create a supportive workplace where you are valued, compensated fairly and provided the tools to thrive! D'Youville Life and Wellness Community offers: Competitive Compensation Next-Day Pay Option Student Loan Forgiveness Guidance Employee Assistance Program with Discount marketplace Clean and Compassionate environment Excellent staff to resident ratios Please consider joining our team working as a Music Therapist where The Difference is Love! D'Youville Life and Wellness Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class. #AppSS2026
Behaviors Preferred Enthusiastic:
Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
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Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Ability to Make an
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