Full Time Music Security Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Category: Social & Behavior Services
Job Type: Full time
Shift: Day - 08 Hour
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Req: LP_00020354-2659181
Employee Group: Exempt
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Remote Eligible: No
Department: Creative Arts
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
At Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford, we know world-renowned care begins with world-class caring. That's why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family-centered care. It's why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state-of-the-art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. And it's why we need caring, committed people on our team - like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.
Job ID: LP_00020354-2659181
JOB SUMMARY
This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.
The role of the Music Therapist involves providing comprehensive music therapy assessments and personalized treatment interventions to meet the psychosocial, developmental, rehabilitative, and psychological needs of pediatric patients, siblings, and families. They play a vital role in helping patients and families cope with various challenges such as illness, injury, disability, hospitalization, and end-of-life situations. Key responsibilities include designing and conducting individual and group music therapy sessions, maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress, managing supplies and inventory, nurturing community and donor relationships, and supervising the training of new music therapists and interns.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.
*Facilitates effective music therapy interventions that are age and developmentally appropriate for pediatric patients and families of various demographic and multicultural backgrounds.
*Assesses, prioritizes, individualizes, and evaluates plan of care based on patient/family psychosocial, developmental, emotional, and rehabilitative needs.
*Promotes pain management, positive coping, and compliance with medical procedures through individualized music therapy interventions.
*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.
*Provides continuity through recovery and hospital discharge.
*Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team to integrate goals, improve patient outcomes, and meet the individual needs of each patient and family.
*Communicates all pertinent patient and family information gathered to health care team. Attends multi-disciplinary rounds and patient care conferences.
*Supports the LPCH Foundation and marketing department in fundraising through interviews, videos, and patient generated materials such as song recordings, photographs, video, program data, and clinical stories. Corresponds with and maintains positive relations with community members and donors.
*Follows hospital guidelines for infection control processes to maintain a safe environment for patients and families.
*Evaluates, prioritizes, and responds to music therapy consults in a timely manner.
*Maintains current and relevant music repertoire of patient preferred music and effectively incorporates music technology and other sound media in patient care.
*Seeks opportunity for professional development and growth and integrates new knowledge and skill into practice.
*Appropriately prioritizes workflow based on patient/family care needs and administrative responsibilities.
*Applies theoretical knowledge of the impact of music and the mechanisms of music on human physiology, psychology, development, and behavioral responses.
*Participates in tasks, initiatives, and/or committees that support departmental operations and/or enhances one's professional development.
*Provides bereavement support and legacy building to patients and families at the end of life.
*Assists in onboarding, training, supervising, and providing feedback to new music therapy employees and music therapy internship/practicum students.
*Makes necessary referrals to other team members and/or community resources.
*Supports special departmental events (Child Life and Creative Arts seasonal events) and music-related events (visiting artists, concerts, workshops, etc.).
*Documents and reports clearly and concisely, maintaining consistent records in hospital charting system.
*Engages in HIPAA best practices for consenting patients/ families to release patient generated materials (Stanford Children's Health Consent Form).
*Maintains a good rapport and professional working relationship with all inter/intra departmental personnel. Conducts in-service training to other disciplines within Stanford Children's Health to educate others on the use of music therapy and its role in the therapeutic process to promote healing and enhance coping skills.
*Maintains instrument inventory and music supplies and ensures that work areas remain organized, safe, and professional.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy from an American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) approved university required. Master's degree preferred.
Experience: None required. At least two years medical music therapy experience preferred.
License/Certification:

• CBMT Music Therapist Board Certified by Certification Board for Music Therapists

KNOWLEDGE
These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.
*Proficiency in planning and executing therapeutic Music interventions tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient and family.
*Musical proficiency in voice, guitar, piano, percussion, and music recording technology.
*Demonstrated expertise in clinical practice within the field of music therapy.
*Adherence to AMTA standards of practice, code of ethics, and professional competencies.
*Ability to adapt quickly to emergent needs in a fast-paced hospital environment.
*Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
*Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
*Knowledge of a wide array of evidence-based music therapy interventions suitable for various age groups and developmental stages.
*Understanding of child development, relevant medical diagnoses and treatments, and human behavior, including individual differences in ability, personality, and interests.
*Familiarity with individual and group behavior dynamics and techniques to facilitate communication and socialization.
*Understanding of the key components of medical records documentation reflecting the patient/family treatment trajectory.
*Proficiency in active and empathic listening.
*Ability to assess one's own performance and that of others to drive improvements or corrective actions.
*Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to identify alternative solutions or approaches.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Pay Range
Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.
Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $33.21 to $41.52
Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.