Music Therapist at Vancouver Coastal Health

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Oct, 26

Salary

50.2

Posted On

05 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Music Therapy, Piano Proficiency, Guitar Proficiency, Vocal Proficiency, Treatment Planning, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Clinical Supervision, Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction, Indigenous Cultural Safety, Patient Assessment, Improvisation, Composition, Conducting, Research Methodology, Conflict Resolution

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Notice NOW ACCEPTING LATE INTERNAL APPLICATIONS: Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered. Description JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a patient/client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the organization, this position develops, implements, and evaluates client treatment plans and provides music therapy to promote, maintain, and restore client’s mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and approved research, provides formal and informal consultations to other staff/community music therapists and supervises and evaluates the work activities of music therapy practicum students and interns. Collaborates with the Patient Services Manager regarding operational issues and concerns and the Professional Practice Director, Occupational Therapy & Music Therapy for practice issues and concerns. This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Completion of a program recognized by the Canadian Association of Music Therapy plus accreditation with the Canadian Association for Music Therapy. Three (3) years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Current member of the Canadian Association for Music Therapy.Current member of the Music Therapy Association of British Columbia.Knowledge & AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to provide music therapy to patients in an acute, rehabilitation and/or continuing care settings.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated proficiency in piano, guitar and voice.Broad knowledge of music therapy theory and practice.Broad knowledge of harmony, theory and history.Broad knowledge of symptoms, problems and needs associated with disabilities and illnesses. Demonstrated ability to deal with conflict situations.Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate and coach.Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.Broad knowledge of the range of improvisation styles.Broad knowledge of solo and ensemble playing, composition and conducting.Broad knowledge of research process and methodology.Basic computer literacy with word processing and database skills.General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety. Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. Details At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement music therapy treatment plans to restore the mental, physical, and spiritual health of clients. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and supervise music therapy students and interns.