Music Therapy Intern – Msa Ul
| Company | Yai |
|---|---|
| Location | New York, NY, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Internship |
| Degrees | Master’s |
| Experience Level | Internship |
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in the second year of a Master’s program in Music Therapy at SUNY New Paltz or an AMTA-approved program.
- Completion of foundational coursework and clinical practica required for advanced competencies in music therapy.
- Demonstrated experience working with children, adolescents, or young adults with autism or developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Independently manage a caseload of individual and group music therapy sessions.
- Design, implement, and adapt music therapy interventions to meet students’ diverse needs and goals.
- Maintain accurate and timely session notes, progress reports, and documentation.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including special education teachers, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and behavioral specialists.
- Contribute to the development of new music therapy activities and materials tailored to the needs of students with I/DD.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Receive weekly supervision from a New York State Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) and Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) and participate in reflective discussions.
- Develop and refine advanced competencies in areas such as assessment, goal-setting, and therapeutic relationship-building.
- Assist in organizing and maintaining the music therapy space and materials.
- Support the facilitation of special events.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of music therapy practices, particularly with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.
- Competence in using a variety of musical instruments, including guitar, piano, percussion, and voice, to facilitate therapeutic experiences.
- Ability to independently manage a caseload and demonstrate professional time-management skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with an interdisciplinary team.
- Cultural competence and sensitivity when working with diverse populations.
- Ability to handle challenging behaviors with patience, creativity, and professionalism.