Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.19 - $50.20 / hour

Job Summary

We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

Detailed Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Clinical Operations, is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating music therapy programs and services in the designated clinical program. Participates in the development of new programs and/or services. Conducts orientation sessions and provides Music Therapy programs to patients and clients.

Responsibilities

- Participates in the development of new programs and/or services by identifying services and needs and contributing to the development of operational plans, goals and objectives, philosophy, vision and mission statements as required.
- Performs initial assessment of referred Clients admitted to the unit by methods such as completing assessment forms, reviewing records, consulting with family, and team members, and gathering relevant information.
- Plans individual and/or group music therapy programs and services by establishing and prioritizing expected outcomes, discussing implementation options and determining resources available.
- Implements music therapy programs and services utilizing diverse intervention approaches by methods such as improvisation, guided imagery, grief and loss support and individual and group treatment programs.
- Monitors the quality and outcome of music therapy programs by methods such as determining the purpose, method, and criteria of the evaluation, implementing recommendations, analyzing and interpreting results, and modifying and/or ceasing services as needed.




- Conducts orientation and education sessions on topics related to Music Therapy by methods such as preparing, obtaining, and presenting educational material to residents, families and volunteers. Prepares individualized orientation plans for the Casual Music Therapists, interns and students.
- Participates in the identification, development, review and revision of policies and procedures of the department by methods such as collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, providing input and maintaining assigned policies and procedures.
- Participates in quality improvement activities by methods such as identifying needs, gathering information, providing input, and developing, implementing, and evaluating these activities.
- Participates in relevant interdisciplinary team conferences and/or family conferences by methods such as providing information about residents on topics related to Music Therapy and contributing to the development of an interdisciplinary care plan for individual residents.
- Maintains records, statistical data, and reports in accordance with department, organizational and skilled standards by methods such as maintaining resident documentation and completing resident attendance and workload measurement statistics.
- Maintains inventory of Music Therapy equipment and supplies by methods such as making recommendations regarding purchase,



providing general maintenance and repair of equipment and supplies, and completing documentation to have items purchased or repaired.
- Participates actively on committees and task groups by methods such as gathering information prior to meeting, attending meetings, providing input, and providing updates to department.
- Acts as a resource person to staff, students and volunteers for issues related to music therapy by methods such as providing information and answering questions.
- Instructs staff and family on individual care plans as the appropriate use of recorded music, music preferences, and creating an environment related to sound appropriateness for the patient/client population in the designated clinical area.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Baccalaureate degree in Music Therapy from a recognized educational institution plus two years recent, related experience in Music Therapy, and completion of certificate applicable to the designated clinical area, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Current member, and eligible for accreditation, with the Canadian Association for Music Therapy (CAMT). Music Therapist Accredited (MTA) credentials preferred.

Skills And Abilities

- Maintains current knowledge of developments in Music Therapy and the patient/client population in the designated clinical area through literature review, educational programs and involvement in professional groups.
- Ability to function effectively as an interdisciplinary team member.
- Ability to accept responsibility and exercise initiative and independent judgement.
- Ability to comm

📌 Music Therapist (New Westminster)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 New Westminster