Job Details

Under the supervision of the Manager of Music Therapy, the Supervisor of Music Therapy utilizes management skills and a strong clinical music therapy foundation to facilitate the provision of music therapy for patients and families in hospice care, with emphasis on patient/family satisfaction and overall results.  This position supervises music therapists across multiple locations and provides ongoing support, coaching and feedback.  This position will cover clinical needs for the Polk, Hardee & Highlands area until census warrants its own FTE.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports and practices the Empath Health mission, vision, and values on a consistent basis.

2. In partnership with the Music Therapy Manager, screens, interviews and hires qualified music therapists.
3. Work with newly hired music therapists to ensure the orientation competencies are completed and the new colleague is equipped to succeed in their role
4. Ensure that discipline specific documentation training and support with EMR is provided.
5. Provide ongoing supervision and support to music therapists reporting to them and complete performance evaluations.
6. Assist in the resolution of personnel issues, worker’s compensation claims, and liability issues.
7. Maintain caseload of patients in Empath Hospice (Polk, Hardee, Highlands) territory until census increases.
8. Evaluate direct reports in a fair and timely fashion.
9. Serve as a resource for continuing education and needed coaching to optimize performance.
10. Assist in the development and implementation of staffing patterns to ensure coverage.
11. Ensure compliance with completion of annual education and vaccine requirements
12. Conduct chart and productivity audits and address documentation concerns
13. Plan and facilitate quarterly discipline meeting.
14. Manage and maintain appropriate staffing, including ensuring coverage for call offs and planned PTO
15. Monitor patient/family and employee satisfaction levels and take steps to assure optimal experiences.
16. Monitor staff effectiveness, productivity and act to remedy variances.
17. Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and focus groups to maintain the highest standards of quality care.
18. Be accessible and visible to colleagues.
19. Other duties as requested.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy
• Board Certification in Music Therapy (current)
• 5 years’ experience in Hospice Music Therapy preferred
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Sufficient emotional maturity to understand and exhibit healthy professional boundaries when working with a highly vulnerable population.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team leadership to ensure the integration of music therapy on the team level.
• Ability to be an educator, advocate and resource for music therapy with teams, and in the organization and community.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to be proficient in and provide education and training on a variety of technology and programs used in the care of our patients and families.
• Must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in their employee file. Travel between multiple locations is required.
• Proficiency on guitar and voice

Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.

Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.

Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!