Music Therapist

Continuum of Colorado is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit agency providing services to people with a wide range of abilities. At Continuum, we empower individuals to live a meaningful life. We believe it is our responsibility to not only meet the needs of each individual we support but also to partner with our supported-individuals to help them reach milestones, achieve their goals, and make their dreams a reality.

Denver, CO

Continuum of Colorado

<p>Continuum of Colorado is a&nbsp;nonprofit agency providing services to people with a wide range of abilities. At Continuum, we empower individuals to live a meaningful life. We believe it is our responsibility to not only meet the needs of each individual we support but also to partner with our supported-individuals to help them reach milestones, achieve their goals, and make their dreams a reality. Person-centeredness is not just a trend or buzzword to us; it&rsquo;s a philosophy that embodies each Direct Support Professional we hire. Our mission is to be a partner in choice and independence by collaborating with individuals and their families to provide high-quality lifetime supports that will empower them to thrive in their community.</p> http://continuumcolo.org/

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Experienced

$28.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Overview: Continuum of Colorado’s Home & Community Support department has a fantastic opportunity for a Music Therapist to perform licensed in-home therapeutic services for children and adults that we serve. This therapy includes the use of dance and movement as a therapeutic tool for the habilitation, rehabilitation and maintenance of behavioral, developmental, physical, social, communication, pain management, cognition and gross motor skills. Due to the nature of the role and our commitment to the community and the individuals and families we serve, we’ll require some flexibility due to appointments and responsibilities that occur outside typical work week hours. You must be willing to drive to appointments within the Colorado Springs Metro Area and we'll reimburse you for travel time.<br/><br/>
Responsibilities: what you’ll get to do as our Music Therapist<UL><LI>Coordinate with the Community Center Board (CCB) Case Manager to ensure the need for therapy is identified by the Medicaid State Plan therapist (OT or PT) or a physician</LI><LI>Initiate contact with individuals, families and providers as necessary</LI><LI>Perform consultative visits to families either alone or in consultation with other team members; accommodate individuals’ and families’ schedules in planning meetings</LI><LI>Establish treatment goals and monitor progress at least quarterly; track progress and note areas of concerns or improvements for therapy plans</LI><LI>Complete all program-related documentation; develop and maintain working case files</LI><LI>Ensure adherence to Division for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) rules and regulations and agency policies and procedures in provision of services</LI></UL>
Requirements: Must have’s to be our Music Therapist<UL><LI>Master’s degree OR Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy (MT-BC) <UL><LI>Must be board certified</LI></UL></LI><LI>Two (2) years experience or related education or training in working with persons who have developmental disabilities, preferred</LI><LI>Working knowledge of the developmental disabilities system, rules and regulations, preferred</LI><LI>Knowledge of motor development, motor disorders and appropriate therapeutic interventions</LI><LI>Ability to maintain necessary training, certifications and licensure</LI><LI>Excellent oral and written communication skills; effectively communicates with individuals served, families, staff and others</LI><LI>Ability to work flexible hours</LI><LI>Ability to meet physical demands of the position</LI><LI>Personal vehicle in good operating condition for use during work</LI><LI>Valid Colorado driver license/Proof of auto vehicle insurance</LI><LI>Meet our agency driving requirements; no suspensions or revocations in the past 3 years and no more than 2 tickets in the past 3 years</LI></UL> The Good Stuff - Starting Salary and Benefits!$28.00 - $35.00/hrHere are some of the excellent benefits we offer and why it's so great to work here!<UL><LI>Generous paid time off and holiday pay</LI><LI>Health/dental/vision coverage</LI><LI>401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%</LI><LI>Employer paid and supplemental life insurance</LI><LI>Short- and long-term disability insurance</LI><LI>Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program</LI><LI>Tuition reimbursement program, eligible after 1 year of full-time employment</LI><LI>Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plans</LI><LI>Free onsite gym and lounge for employee use </LI><LI>Discounts on auto and homeowners insurance</LI><LI>Employee assistance program</LI><LI>Credit union membership</LI><LI>Employer-paid training</LI></UL>**Vizi