BOARD CERTIFIED MUSIC THERAPIST
(Employee - Full Time) - CLINIC-and SCHOOL BASED SERVICES
Location: PACIFIC GROVE, CA
Posting Date: 1/1/24– Open until filled.
Start Date: Immediately
McConnell Music Therapy Services, Inc. is a well-established private music therapy agency based in Auburn, CA (Sacramento Area) since 2002. We serve diverse clients of all ages within hospital systems, mental health facilities, school districts and private homes.
In 2024 we added a clinic space in PACIFIC GROVE/MONTEREY CA PENINSULA to further serve the former full time caseload held by IsoRhythms Music Therapy.
Help us meet the expanding needs of this beautiful community by being a part of our cohesive and supportive team.
MMTS may a good fit for you if you:
- have an entrepreneurial spirit and enjoy a diverse caseload.
- are a natural leader and enjoy public relations and advocacy.
- have experience working with people with a variety of abilities and ages.
- have worked in the school system and have knowledge of the IEP process.
- have excellent written & verbal communication skills
- demonstrate excellent clinical musicianship using guitar/piano/voice.
- enjoy collaborating with a team, yet welcome autonomy.
- have good organizational skills and time management.
- familiarity with Apple and Google-based platforms.
- adhere to the highest level of ethics and professionalism in all aspects of your work.
- share a common goal to broaden the diversity of our profession, our client-base, and our practice.
General Requirements:
- Current Music Therapy credential (MT-BC). cbmt.org
- Masters Degree Preferred but not required.
- Advanced Training in Neurologic Music Therapy preferred (or planned within 6 months)
- 2 years employment experience as an MT-BC preferred.
- Strong clinical musicianship (guitar/piano/voice) – comfortable with improvisation and songwriting and a variety of repertoire.
- Current CPR and TB
- Proof of Vaccination (Covid-19, flu, varicella, Hep B, Tdap, MMR)
- Technical skills – Google Workspace; Microsoft Office
- Able to pass CA Dept. of Justice/FBI background check, basic health and drug screen.
- Physical requirements: carrying equipment, sight, mobility, sitting/standing.
- Must be able to travel to client schools/sites or healthcare locations as needed.
Benefits:
- Medical Benefit Options (various choices/providers) after 60 days employment.
- Aflac Supplemental Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- Personal Time Off (PTO)
- Retirement Savings Plan - Match up to 3% after one year of employment.
- Paid professional liability, abuse accusation, cyber liability and umbrella insurance.
- Continuing Education Stipend or VIP membership to MusicTherapyEd.com
- Virtual Bi-Monthly staff wellness and collaboration meetings (with Sacramento team).
- Social/Teambuilding events
- Individualized Professional Development Plans
- Supervision with a Team Mentor
- Paid AMTA and CBMT Annual Dues
- Extensive music equipment library
- MMTS provided iPad
- Work 1 mile away from one of the most BEAUTIFUL coastlines in the USA. #asilomar #pebblebeach #carmelbythesea #monterey #pacificgrove #bigsur
TO APPLY:
Please submit the following to Tara McConnell, MT-BC, Owner/CEO directly at https://www.mcconnellmts.com/about/employment-opportunities/
- Resume
- Cover letter indicating why you are applying for this position.
- Short Video - Provide a YouTube Link (max 10 minutes) which includes the following:
- Self Introduction
- 2 music therapy interventions that demonstrate your musical skills on guitar and piano.
- Describe the goal areas addressed and the settings where they may be used.
Tara McConnell, MT-BC
Owner/CEO
916.996.1589
www.mcconnellmts.com
PO Box 9026 - Auburn, CA 95604
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48.00 - $60.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
Experience:
- Music Therapy: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Music Therapy Board Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person