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SCO Family of Services

Dance/Movement Therapy Intern

NY · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

The Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT) Intern will support the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health ... The intern will work under the supervision of a licensed creative arts therapist and as part of a ...

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How much do dance movement therapist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for dance movement therapist in the United States is $29.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $34.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dance movement therapist?

A Dance Movement Therapist (DMT) is a mental health professional who uses movement and dance to support emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being. They work with individuals or groups to help express emotions, reduce stress, and improve overall mental health. DMTs often work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, or private practice. Their approach is based on the idea that movement and emotions are connected, and they tailor therapy to each client's needs.

What does a dance movement therapist do?

A typical day for a Dance Movement Therapist often includes leading individual or group movement therapy sessions, preparing therapeutic activities, documenting client progress, and collaborating with other health professionals such as psychologists, social workers, or occupational therapists. You may also spend time planning customized movement interventions based on the unique needs of your clients, attending team meetings, and engaging in ongoing professional development. The work environment can vary, with roles available in hospitals, schools, mental health clinics, or private practice settings. This variety allows Dance Movement Therapists to make a meaningful impact in the lives of people from diverse backgrounds and age groups.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dance movement therapist?

To thrive as a Dance Movement Therapist, you need a strong grounding in psychology, movement analysis, and therapeutic techniques, often supported by a master’s degree in dance/movement therapy or a related field, along with state or national certification. Familiarity with assessment tools, documentation systems, and sometimes video equipment for recording and reviewing sessions is common. Exceptional listening skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to foster trust and rapport stand out as critical soft skills. These qualifications ensure therapists create safe, effective environments where clients can explore and process emotions through movement.

How do you become a dance movement therapist?

To become a dance movement therapist, you typically need a bachelor's degree in dance, psychology, or a related field, followed by specialized training in dance/movement therapy through an accredited program. Certification from the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) or equivalent is often required, which involves completing supervised clinical hours and passing an exam. Licensing requirements vary by region but generally include ongoing professional development and adherence to ethical standards.
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Infographic showing various Dance Movement Therapist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,902 per year, or $29.8 per hour.

Allied Therapist - Dance/Movement

LEGACY TREATMENT SERVICES GROUP

Titusville, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The Dance/Movement Therapist will develop therapeutic goals based on observing and assessing client movement and behavior facilitate dance/movement therapy groups utilizing movement and creative processes as therapeutic intervention, document client progress, set therapeutic goals, and attend treatment team meetings.  The Dance/ Movement Therapist will also conduct individual sessions.  Draw from research in Dance/Movement Therapy field to design therapeutic movement-based activity and experience that meet clients’ needs, interest, and abilities. Assess consumers and establish individual and group therapy goals, both short-term and long-term. Facilitate dance/movement therapy groups and individual sessions. Educate consumers what dance/movement therapy is and how they may benefit from this form of therapy. Offer dance and movement experiences that allow consumers to express personal emotion and feelings both non-verbally and verbally, and overall develop a wider range of communication skills. Facilitate verbal processing at the end of each group to assist consumers’ in exploring and understanding what they experienced on a movement level, coping skills they are developing, and how these skills can be applied to everyday life. Provide consumers with exposure to a wide variety of music and movement experiences comprised of movement-based games/activities/ and styles of dance as therapeutically appropriate. Observe, evaluate, and document consumer behavior and participation in movement activity; analyzing how movement quality may offer insight into psychological state or developmental level. Attend treatment team meetings to discuss and advocate client needs and to share with team how consumer is presenting on a movement level and what this may imply psychologically. Collaborate with the treatment team to discuss and advocate for the consumer needs. Schedule and conduct individual dance/movement therapy sessions when therapeutically appropriate and as requested by the treatment team. Order dance/movement therapy props and supplies and maintain this equipment. Support consumers by attending Agency functions (graduations, school dance, holiday events, recreational activity, etc.) as time allows. Conduct additional dance/movement therapy related duties on an as needed basis. Help consumers develop new coping skills through body awareness and movement exploration. Support colleagues through regular participation in peer supervision. Additional dance/movement duties as assigned by supervisor.

Must be willing to travel between three programs located in Burlington and Mercer Counties (Willingboro, Titusville and Robbinsville).

Hours:

Full Time; Monday – Friday, flexibility required based upon program need.

Full time benefits include:

  •  3.2 weeks of PTO in first year
  •  Health insurance, vision, dental & life insurance benefits
  • 9 Agency-paid holidays
  • 403(b) employee participation & employer match
  • Training opportunities provided throughout the year

Education/Experience:

Master’s Degree in Dance/Movement Therapy/Counseling.

Your driver's license must be in good standing, with no recent suspensions or violations of careless/reckless driving or excessive speeding of more than 20 MPH, and no more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years.

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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