Board-Certified Music Therapist

Neurologic Music Therapist® (MT-BC) – Full-Time

Location: Nashville / Brentwood, TN

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Approximately 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Anticipated Start: Immediate

Join our team as a Board-Certified Neurologic Music Therapist in Brentwood, TN. Explore our competitive salary, CEU stipends, and leadership growth opportunities.

About Musical Bridges

Founded in 2005, Musical Bridges is a well-established music therapy practice serving Middle Tennessee. As we continue to grow, we are expanding our team to increase community partnerships and develop innovative programming while maintaining the highest standards of clinical care.

We are currently hiring a full-time Neurologic Music Therapist® (or MT-BC pursuing NMT™ training) to support both clinic-based and community-based services.

Position Summary

This role combines direct clinical services with community outreach and program expansion. The therapist will work with children, adolescents, and adults across multiple settings, including our clinic, schools, adult day programs, recovery centers, and additional partner sites.

This position is ideal for a clinician who enjoys leadership, creativity, and helping build new initiatives within a supportive team environment.

Populations Served

The therapist will work with individuals presenting with:

• Autism spectrum disorder
• ADHD
• Communication disorders
• Sensory processing differences
• Mental health diagnoses
• Developmental disabilities (ages 2+)
• Behavioral and social support needs

Why Join Our Team?

Musical Bridges offers a collaborative, growth-focused environment with meaningful opportunities for advancement.

Highlights include:

• Salary range: $50,000–$70,000 annually
• Guaranteed 40 paid hours per week (including documentation, planning time, and admin work)
• Performance-based raises and bonus opportunities
• Relocation assistance (up to $1,000)
• Monthly contribution toward company-sponsored BCBS health insurance
• Professional liability insurance provided
• 401(k) with employer match after one year
• Mileage reimbursement for off-site services

Time Off & Professional Support

• 2+ weeks Paid Time Off
• 11 paid holidays (including a full week at Christmas)
• Flexible sick leave
• $250 annual continuing education stipend
• CBMT dues reimbursement
• NMT™ training reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid individual and group supervision
• All instruments and materials supplied

Our organization also operates a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm that expands access to services through scholarships and free community programs.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Provide Neurologic Music Therapy sessions
• Lead adapted music instruction (piano, guitar, voice, ukulele, etc.)
• Maintain timely documentation and data collection
• Develop individualized home carryover materials
• Communicate progress effectively with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams

Community & Collaboration

• Coordinate with partner organizations and treatment providers
• Participate in team meetings and trainings
• Travel locally for community-based sessions
• Represent the practice at recitals, outreach events, and resource fairs

Administrative & Professional Growth

• Maintain professional credentials and pursue continuing education
• Assist with outreach and marketing initiatives
• Follow safety and sanitation protocols for instruments and equipment

Qualifications

Required:

• Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC)
• Eligible or willing to complete Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT) training within 3 months

Preferred:

• At least one year of clinical experience
• Experience working with neurodivergent and special needs populations
• Adapted or basic music instruction skills (piano, guitar, voice)
• Comfort with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets)

Ideal Candidate Traits

We are seeking a therapist who is:

• Organized and detail-oriented
• A strong written communicator
• Creative in adapting materials and visual supports
• Comfortable supporting AAC and varied communication styles
• Independent, yet collaborative
• Warm, professional, and growth-minded

If you are passionate about expanding access to music therapy services and growing within an innovative, community-driven practice, we encourage you to apply.

Join us in using music to foster connection, resilience, and meaningful change throughout our community.