Music Therapy Internship
hudson valley hospicePoughkeepsie, NY
Music Therapy Internship
hudson valley hospicePoughkeepsie, NYIntern L1
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse CentersPsychiatric and Substance Abuse HospitalsResidential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities
APPLY NOWMusic Therapy InternThe primary focus of the Music Therapy Intern is to provide music therapy services to hospice patients and their families, under the supervision of a Board-Certified, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care. The Music Therapy Intern assesses patients/families, devises and implements an individualized treatment plan. Music Therapy Interns also support special programming, education, and marketing efforts to promote the agency's mission.
Intern Expectations:
Visits hospice patients and families in homes, nursing homes, hospitals and Hospice House settings
Works with patients of all ages and with a range of diagnoses (including dementia, COPD, cancer, heart disease, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke/TBI, among others)
Documents all clinical patient visits, phone calls, etc. in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Works well both independently and within an interdisciplinary group (IDG)
Has a soothing singing voice, functional guitar and piano skills, and knowledge of other recreational instruments
Plays a variety of songs and genres for different cultures and age groups
Uses appropriate treatment techniques based on developmental stages and clinical need
Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing
Handles time well and has good organizational skills
Effectively manages an average case load as determined appropriate by the Internship Supervisor
Has reliable transportation, valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
Can carry up to twenty-five pounds of equipment and/or materials.
Educational Requirements:
Has completed all prerequisite clinical education and training requirements for the AMTA National Roster Internship or University Internship position, from an AMTA accredited university or its equivalent, as required by the AMTA
Verification from Academic Advisor that applicant is eligible to begin the internship on chosen start date
Step 1 - Complete Internship Application
Step 2Supporting Documentation (include with application)
Current resume including education, music, and work background
Please include your major instrument
Step 3Letters of Recommendation (please arrange for the writers to send these directly to us, prior to interview)
Letter of Recommendation from your University academic advisor submitted by mail or e-mail (on University letterhead), along with a verification letter stating that you will have met all necessary requirements to begin the internship by your proposed start date
Second Letter of Recommendation from a professor, clinical site supervisor, employer, or anyone familiar with your MT work
Step 4Interview and Music Audition
Once the materials listed above are received, an interview and music audition can be scheduled. If you would like to arrange an in-person visit (recommended), you can do both then. If you are unable to visit, we can schedule a Zoom interview. To prepare for your interview/audition, please prepare six songs (one from each of the categories below). Three of the songs should be accompanied by the guitar and three songs should be accompanied by piano.
Song categories:
Older Adults
Language other than English
Children's bereavement (for a child who has lost a loved one)
The Beatles
Your own choice (song that speaks to you: how would you use it in a hospice setting?)
Inspirational theme
Additional Information:
This is a competitive internship; therefore it is recommended that the application and all materials are submitted in a timely manner for best consideration.
The internship pays a stipend of $4000 (paid monthly over 6 months) plus mileage and toll reimbursement.
The Hudson Valley is a beautiful place to live and work, located just 90 miles north of NYC.
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Level
Intern L1
Location
Poughkeepsie, NY
Occupation
Music Therapists
Industry
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers
Posted
2 days ago