Come work for a thriving private practice based in Lawrence, KS! Harmonic Connections, LLC is looking for a driven, compassionate music therapist to add to the team in Fall 2023. This part-time employee position is constantly growing. Total hours are flexible depending on the availability of the employee, with a maximum of 20 hours a week. The MT will be working with students in a special education setting - commuting to schools an easy 30-minute drive south and west of Lawrence, KS. In addition, this position may include opportunities serving individuals/groups in both home and community settings, within Lawrence and surrounding areas. As a private practice serving a variety of needs and ages, Harmonic Connections provides a well-rounded job opportunity for those interested in diverse experiences and balance in their day-to-day schedule.

During the school year, the MT will be an active member of IEP teams, collaborating with other specialists, advocating for music therapy, and providing individual related services tailored to each student’s IEP goals. The caseload may also include music therapy groups within SPED classrooms. Most hours will be allocated towards SPED services. Indirect hours such as planning may be worked from home.

I, Emily Bachert, am a board-certified music therapist, private music teacher, and owner of Harmonic Connections. I work personally with the caseload for this position and greatly enjoy the clients and staff I work with. Myself and my private practice have a well established reputation and network in Lawrence and throughout eastern Kansas - connecting and serving individuals, schools, community groups, facilities, and families. I look forward to working alongside the newest team member in serving our communities!

Questions? Inquiries can be sent to bachertemily@gmail.com

About Harmonic Connections, LLC:

Harmonic Connections, LLC is a private music therapy practice serving Lawrence, Kansas and surrounding areas since 2017. Harmonic Connections uses music to reach therapeutic goals for individuals and groups of all ages - addressing needs related, but not limited to, traumatic brain injuries, Alzheimer's/dementia, Parkinson's, emotional/behavioral difficulties, cognitive or developmental delays, etc.

Benefits:

- Paid time for travel (including to and from home) and supervision

- Professional liability insurance

- Board-certification fee reimbursed after several months of employment

- Access to an MT intervention library

- Inventory of small standard instruments provided

- Be a part of a welcoming, respectful team!

Requirements:

- must be a board-certified music therapist

- must have a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license

*Preferred experience working in special education providing music therapy as a related service.

This role may be for you if:

- you communicate well both in-person and via email

- you have a desire or room in your schedule to increase hours as the position grows

- you are excellent at developing rapport and balancing multiple relationships with team members, teachers, and students

- you think quick on your feet and are a creative problem solver who thinks outside of the box to find solutions

- you have experience and enjoy working with children

- you are a driven and self-motivated individual who works well with minimum guidance

- you value the rapport you build with your clients and the importance of empathy in the client/therapist relationship

- you exude professionalism/confidence and lead your sessions with energy, flexibility, and compassion