Music Therapist- Part Time (8hrs pw)

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Music Therapist to join our clinical team at Saint Doolaghs Park House Dublin 17, D17 CY54. The successful candidate will deliver both individual and group sessions using music therapy techniques to support movement, communication, cognition, social engagement, emotional wellbeing, and overall rehabilitation for clients with neurological needs.

This is a part time role for 4 hours two days per week at least 1 day, Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assessment and Care Planning

Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments, including detailed documentation, to identify each client's abilities, challenges, and therapeutic objectives.

Apply music-based interventions to support non-musical therapeutic goals, informed by neuroscientific research and a person-centred approach.

2. One-to-One Music Therapy

• Provide individualised music therapy sessions tailored to specific therapeutic targets, Communication support, Emotional and psychological support:

3. Group-Based Music Therapy

Lead group music therapy sessions, typically involving 6-8 participants, where a group format is clinically appropriate.

Develop a supportive and engaging group environment that encourages connection, participation, and collective therapeutic progress.

4. Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Administration

Collaborate with health and social care professionals to provide coordinated and holistic client support.

Maintain clear, accurate clinical records, including progress notes and outcome-based reports.

Contribute to service development and planning to ensure effective use of time and resources across partner services.

Commit to ongoing professional development and adherence to best-practice standards in music therapy and Neurologic Music Therapy.

Qualifications and Experience

• An accredited degree in Music Therapy
• High-level musical competence, either vocal or instrumental.
• Previous experience working with individuals with neurological conditions, acquired brain injury, or complex support needs is desirable.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and reflective practice skills.
• A clear commitment to ethical, person-centred, and evidence-informed practice.