Music Therapist
$82,992–$82,992 year
On-siteSydney, New South Wales, Australia
Job Summary
Assess resident needs and develop tailored music therapy goals and interventions in a residential aged care setting. Facilitate engaging individual and group sessions using approaches such as songwriting, reminiscence, relaxation, rhythm activities, and active music-making to support emotional wellbeing and social connection. Adapt programs to reflect residents' abilities, preferences, cultural backgrounds, and personal histories while maintaining accurate documentation and collaborating with nursing and allied health teams. This weekend-only position involves Saturday and Sunday shifts across Redfern and Surry Hills facilities, supporting people with diverse backgrounds including lived experience of homelessness, mental health challenges, dementia, and physical disabilities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or master's degree in music therapy or a related field
- Registration/certification with the Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA) or equivalent
- NDIS Clearance
- national police history check
- qualifications
- referee checks
- This is a weekend-only position, with shifts worked on Saturdays and Sundays across our Redfern and Surry Hills facilities
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in aged care, dementia care, healthcare, or community settings
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