PRN music therapist

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

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Job Description

K.S.A.'s:

• Completion of a bachelors or equivalency degree in music therapy from a program approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA)
• Completion of a masters degree in music therapy or other mental health related field
• MT-BC Credential (Board Certification through the Certification Board for Music Therapists)
• Basic Life Support Certification required. Obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Musically proficient in voice, guitar, piano, percussion, basic recording technology.
• Spanish language skills preferred.
  

Job Duties:

• Conducts bedside and group music therapy sessions that incorporate evidence-based interventions to address the comfort, coping, and expression of pediatric patients and their families throughout the hospital.
• Collaborates and communicates via formal and informal means to coordinate service delivery with families and among the psychosocial team, medical teams and others to prioritize caseloads and maintain a holistic perspective of each familys care. Makes necessary referrals to other team members and/or community resources.
• Provides timely assessment, planning, and documentation of treatment towards a patients physical, emotional, communication/cognition, behavioral, and quality of life goals.
• Effectively incorporates music technology and other sound media to provide support and legacy building to families of critically and/or terminally ill patients.
• Develops therapeutic presence and relationships with families that are caring, trusting, reliable, and beneficial. Identifies, assesses, and responds to individualized family needs and provides timely and effective interventions for families in crisis situations.
• Performs job functions adhering to our Service Principles.
• Other job functions as assigned.
  

Education

Pay Range

At Lurie Childrens, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Childrens offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Childrens facilities

• Discount purchasing program

Theres a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Childrens, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Childrens and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org