Job Description
This position includes a $1,000 sign-on bonus!!! Schedule: Part-Time - 24 hours per week - Monday to Friday - 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Based out of our Fergus Falls Office office and travel would be expected within 40 miles of Fergus Falls.
As a Therapeutic Musician, it plays a vital role in providing individualized music interventions that support emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being for patients and their families. Through your talent, compassion, and collaborative approach, you'll create moments of peace, presence, and comfort for those navigating hospice care. You'll work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure that care plans are personalized, meaningful, and rooted in dignity.
At Vivie, we value our people and offer a competitive pay range of $24.00/hr to $33.00/hr (hourly non-exempt based on qualifications, experience, and location.)
As a Therapeutic Musician, you will:
- Deliver Patient-Centered Music Therapy - Provide therapeutic music sessions that align with individualized care goals, using a range of interventions that address pain, anxiety, emotional expression, and life review. Evaluate and adapt treatment plans based on patient feedback and observed outcomes.
- Collaborate Across Disciplines - Work closely with RN Case Managers, social workers, chaplains, and other care team members to incorporate music therapy into the broader plan of care. Communicate regularly to update on patient status and therapy effectiveness.
- Support Families & Caregivers - Use music as a tool to provide comfort, ease transitions, and foster connection between patients and their loved ones. Offer grief and bereavement support through music when appropriate.
- Lead & Promote Therapeutic Programs - Contribute to annual memorial services, develop group and individual opportunities for music engagement, and educate staff on the benefits of music therapy. Assist in integrating music into other hospice and wellness initiatives.
- Other Duties as Assigned - The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
This job also requires: - Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy or related field preferred.
- Proficiency in at least one musical instrument and established music therapy techniques.
- Valid driver's license and use of an insured personal vehicle.
- Ability to work independently and with teams in home and facility-based hospice environments.
- Ability to pass state mandated background checks.
- Physical capability to perform all essential job functions.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English to ensure effective communication with team members, residents, and families.
Additional Details: - Employment Type: Hourly, non-exempt
- Department: Ancillary Services
- Leadership Received: Manager of Life Enrichment
- Division: Hospice
- Travel Requirements: Yes
- This role does not include supervisory responsibilities.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Work at office, Work from home, Relocation package, Monday to Friday,