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Centurion Health

Music Therapist (65185)

Atascadero, CA · On-site

$48/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

... Therapy, Art Therapy, Dance Therapy or recreation therapy required • Completion of an approved clinical internship in the appropriate rehabilitation specialty in an approved hospital or ...

SCO Family of Services

Dance/Movement Therapy Intern

NY · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

Clinical Supervisor or Internship Coordinator Location: Various SCO Infant / Early childhood centers and programs Position Summary: The Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT) Intern will support the Infant and ...

Rogers Behavioral Health

Recreation Therapist

Middleton, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and evaluates experiential therapy programming in ... Coordinates, evaluates, supervises student interns. * Have a thorough working knowledge of a ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for dance therapy internships in the United States is $28.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $36.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Dance Therapy Internship provides hands-on experience in using movement and dance as therapeutic tools to support individuals' emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Interns typically work under the supervision of a licensed dance/movement therapist in clinical, educational, or community settings. Responsibilities may include assisting with therapy sessions, observing client progress, and learning therapeutic techniques. These internships help students or aspiring professionals gain practical experience and fulfill academic or certification requirements in dance/movement therapy.

What does a dance therapy intern do?

As a Dance Therapy Intern, your day often includes assisting lead therapists with group or individual sessions, preparing session materials, and observing client progress. You may also spend time journaling or documenting sessions, collaborating with clinical supervisors, and participating in team meetings or case discussions. Tasks can vary based on the setting—such as hospitals, schools, or community centers—but usually involve direct interaction with clients under close supervision. This hands-on approach provides valuable real-world experience and opportunities to practice and develop clinical and movement-based skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a dance therapy internship?

To thrive in a Dance Therapy Internship, you typically need a background in dance or movement studies, knowledge of basic therapeutic techniques, and enrollment in or completion of a relevant educational program such as dance/movement therapy. Familiarity with documentation practices, observation tools, and sometimes CPR/first aid certification are commonly expected. Outstanding interns demonstrate empathy, active listening, creativity, and strong interpersonal communication skills. These abilities are crucial for building rapport with clients, effectively supporting therapeutic goals, and contributing positively within multidisciplinary teams.

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Infographic showing various Dance Therapy Internships job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,690 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Music Therapist (65185)

Centurion Health

Atascadero, CA • On-site

$48/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 9 days ago

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Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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Job description

MHM Services of California, a Centurion company, is proud to provide healthcare staffing to the California Department of State Hospitals.

We are currently seeking Music Therapists to join our team at Atascadero State Hospital located in Atascadero, California.

Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm  at $48.00 per hour - Medical, Dental and Vision

The Music Therapist provides rehabilitative programs and services through appropriate patient assessment, service planning, therapeutic activities, discharge planning, and community reintegration to develop, maintain, or restore physical, emotional, and social competencies of the patients. This professional provides recovery-focused treatment activities and participates on the treatment teams of patients assigned.

For more information please reach out to our Clinical Recruiter at mary@teamcenturion.com 

•    Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Dance Therapy or recreation therapy required
•    Completion of an approved clinical internship in the appropriate rehabilitation specialty in an approved hospital or rehabilitation center affiliated with the college required
•    Individuals who are registered or certified with the appropriate therapy association but have not completed a clinical internship because it was not a component of the academic program at the time required to have completed a minimum of two (2) years of full-time paid experience in a clinical, residential, or community-based setting after receipt of the required degree to be admitted into the exam
•    Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

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