What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Therapist position at KidLinks?
Company Description KidLinks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing healing, hope, and happiness for children and families through therapeutic music entertainment, music therapy programs, and accessible resources. For more than four decades, KidLinks has supported children with special needs through performing arts, media, university-level music therapy training, and free or low-cost treatment programs. Backed by generous donors and granting organizations, KidLinks has positively impacted over 450,000 children and caregivers since its founding. The organization collaborates with individuals, companies, and community groups to expand its reach and effectiveness. Applicants can learn more at www.KidLinks.org or by following KidLinks on Facebook and Instagram.
Role Description The Music Therapist is a part-time, contract role for 10 hours per week serving at 2 of our Dallas locations. This role includes planning and delivering individual and group music therapy sessions for children, including those with special needs and developmental disabilities, in clinical and community settings. The Music Therapist will assess client needs, develop and document treatment plans, track progress toward therapeutic goals, and collaborate with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, participating in program evaluation, and contributing to outreach or training activities as needed.
Qualifications
Role Description The Music Therapist is a part-time, contract role for 10 hours per week serving at 2 of our Dallas locations. This role includes planning and delivering individual and group music therapy sessions for children, including those with special needs and developmental disabilities, in clinical and community settings. The Music Therapist will assess client needs, develop and document treatment plans, track progress toward therapeutic goals, and collaborate with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, participating in program evaluation, and contributing to outreach or training activities as needed.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in Music Therapy and therapeutic use of music to support emotional, social, and cognitive goals.
- Experience designing and implementing treatment plans that address mental health needs in pediatric populations.
- Ability to work effectively with children with developmental disabilities and diverse special needs in individual and group settings.
- Relevant certification or eligibility for certification in Music Therapy (e.g., MT-BC) and compliance with professional ethical standards.
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Music Therapy or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills, including the ability to work with families, caregivers, and clinical partners.
- Basic technology skills for charting and reliable transportation within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
- Prior experience in nonprofit, pediatric healthcare, or community-based therapy settings is preferred.