Full-Time Music Therapist

May 1, 2026

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Job Details

  • Equal Opportunity Statement

    Note-Able Music Therapy Services (NMTS) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse team. NMTS affirms that inequality and inequity are detrimental to our associates, our clients, and our community. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Our ultimate goal is to be an organization that is representative, at all levels, of the rich and diverse communities we serve.

  • General Responsibilities

    The primary responsibility of the Music Therapist is to develop and implement innovative music therapy programs to meet the social, physical, and mental health needs of individuals living in and around the Truckee Meadows. This position entails both direct service duties and administrative duties. This position assists with the recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers. This position also entails regular contact with program participants, parents, community agencies, and donors. The music therapist also assists in the planning, preparation and execution of various community concerts, fundraising activities and special events as needed. Please note: Preference will be given to bilingual applicants.

  • • Work with music therapy clinical team to assess community service needs

    • Implement community-based music and music therapy programs

    • Teach individual and group adaptive music classes

    • Conduct individual and group music therapy sessions

    • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of participant progress

    • Support collaborative programs with community partners

    • Represent the agency at networking and community meetings

    • Recruit, train, and oversee program volunteers

    • Assist with grant writing and fundraising for programs as needed

    • Work with staff, executive director, and board to set organizational goals, create and implement action plans, and evaluate results

    • Assist in organizational marketing/outreach activities

  • • Minimum of bachelor’s degree in music therapy

    • Board certification in music therapy (MT-BC)

    • Nevada state license in music therapy (may be obtained upon hire)

    • Ability to read music

    • Proficiency in at least one instrument

    • Meet basic competencies in at least guitar, piano, and voice

    • Experience with curriculum and program development

    • Previous nonprofit experience preferred

    • Experience working with people from a wide range of racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds preferred

  • • Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner in the community

    • Ability to work independently

    • Ability to work with a variety of ages, populations, and skill settings

    • Ability to teach successfully in 1:1 and group setting

    • Excellent organizational skills

    • Above-average computer skills (must be competent in at least Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    • Excellent data management skills

    • Ability to recruit, train, and supervise volunteers

    • Ability to maintain confidentiality

    • Ability to create, compose and edit quality written material

    • Ability to work with executive director and staff to make organizational decisions Above-average ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally

    • Willingness to work flexible hours with occasional evenings and weekends, especially during special events

    • The ability to sit for up to one hour at a time.

    • Must be current on vaccinations, including being fully vaccinated against COVID-19

  • $46,000 – $52,000 per year

  • • Relocation assistance

    • Three weeks of PTO to start, with annual increases

    • Paid federal and state holidays

    • Subsidized health and vision insurance

    • Employer-matched IRA

    • Mileage reimbursement

    • Cell phone stipend

    • Flexible schedule and remote work options

    • Professional development opportunities

  • • Addiction and Mental Health

    • Developmental disabilities

    • Geriatrics

    • Neurological disorders

    • Palliative care

    • Pediatrics

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