Music Therapist, Art Therapist, or Horticultural Therapist

Overview of Current Openings:

• On-Call Music Therapist (hourly): position is anticipated to grow to 40hours/week within 1 year.

• On-Call Horticultural Therapist (hourly): position is anticipated to grow to 20hours/week within 1 year.

Hourly Employee Job Announcement

Earthtones Northwest is Oregon and SW Washington’s premier living arts therapies provider, enriching the lives of hundreds of clients every year. We provide in-person and virtual music therapy, horticultural therapy, and art therapy services as well as partnerships, consultation, and community education. We believe all people have the right and capacity to engage with the arts and understand that deepening our relationship with the arts, with nature, and with each other is essential to living a meaningful life. 

Earthtones Northwest employs compassionate, uniquely skilled, licensed and board-certified music therapists and art therapists as well as registered horticultural therapists to serve children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. We partner with our clients, their families, with health agencies, and with recognized arts organizations to meet important health outcomes and bring vitality and healing to our community. 

Our therapy center is located in a gorgeous historical building located at the foot of Mt. Tabor Park in SE Portland–a church and vibrant community center that houses a Brazilian cafe, free and low-cost events, concerts, classes, support groups, day-use rental spaces, pre-schools, and healing arts practitioners

We are looking for a board-certified music therapist, a registered or provisionary art therapist, or a registered horticultural therapist to join our friendly and supportive team of 12 to provide services to a wide range of clientele. 

You are a kind and compassionate professional whose philosophy is one of openness and adaptability and that also aligns with the full spectrum of age, ability, and health needs. 

You say “Yes!” to the joys and challenges of providing mobile sessions to the clients who seek services from an independent community agency such as ours, and you find meaning in your work through meeting individuals where they are at. 

You are a well-rounded clinician and your professional interests are expansive beyond client diagnoses or age. You thrive working in dynamic systems of client care and are energized bringing your skills and knowledge to several client systems per day. You enjoy providing both group and individual therapy and deliver mobile and in-home services with ease.

You demonstrate exceptional clinical skills in bringing creative, anti-oppressive, and person-centered living arts therapies experiences to your community. You bring your unique artistic or nature-based clinical skills to your work, and are visionary in recognizing possibilities for all people in developing their musical, artistic, and/or horticultural capacities.

You model thoroughness in client relations and are known for your excellence in both clinical documentation, written communication, and face-to-face interactions with clients, caregivers, and your clinical team. Your current and past supervisors describe you as professional, responsible, accountable, and timely.

You want to work on a team where you can flourish and grow professionally in the Great Northwest–a team known for its ethos of compassion, service, and innovative community arts work.

TYPE OF POSITIONS: Hourly employee (scroll to top of page for current openings)

PAY: $23.00 per hour starting rate

Each 50-minute in-person session consists of a minimum of 2.25 paid hours or more depending on commute time, or $48.38+ per session (preparation, commute, direct service, and documentation). Each 50-minute telehealth session consists of 1.25 paid hours or $26.88 per session (preparation, direct service, and documentation). Administrative hours vary each week and may include assessment writing, report writing, team meetings, supervision, professional development, community education, consultation, and other tasks as assigned.

BENEFITS: 

• Medical and dental health insurance is provided for all employees maintaining 20+ hrs per week

• Paid time off for all hourly employees and extended leave available through Paid Leave Oregon

• OregonSaves retirement savings program offered

• All state and national certification or licensing fees and professional liability insurance covered

• Paid professional supervision

• Continuing education stipend offered

• $500 relocation package provided, if applicable

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

START DATE: As soon as possible

HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.earthtonesnw.com/careers

JOB SUMMARY 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conduct individual and group music, art, or horticultural therapy sessions for clients of diverse ages and backgrounds.

• Assess clients' needs and develop personalized treatment plans for neurodevelopmental, neurocognitive, and mental health conditions, incorporating creative arts or living arts therapy techniques.

• Utilize a variety of equipment, techniques, and experiences to facilitate emotional, cognitive, social, spiritual, and physical development in clients.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including counselors, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure integrated and comprehensive care.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in Google Workspace, including assessments, progress notes, and treatment plans.

• Adapt therapy experiences to meet the specific goals and abilities of each client.

• Provide education and support to clients' families, caregivers, staff, and community regarding the benefits and purpose of music, art, or horticultural therapy.

• Stay informed about current research, best practices, and advancements in one’s field, and integrate this knowledge into practice.

• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and professional development activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

• Adhere to ethical standards and professional guidelines set forth by professional organizations such as the American Music Therapy Association, the American Art Therapy Association, or the American Horticultural Therapy Association.

• Participate in administrative support.

• If qualified, supervise interns on-site and communicate with the supervision team.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Professionally credentialed Board-Certified Music Therapist, Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC, ATR, or ATR-Provisional), Master’s in Art Therapy, or Registered Horticultural Therapist  

• Reliable form of transportation

• Cell phone and computer or tablet 

• Background check required for all new hires

• COVID-19 vaccination completed by start date

• Minimum of 1 year professional clinical experience (preferred)

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Commute daily to multiple locations around the Greater Portland Metro Area, e.g: Gresham, Hillsboro, Wilsonville, and Southwest, WA

• Transport session supplies or instruments to and from home/office and client locations

• Provide in-person sessions or events for 1-25 participants in client homes and in the community

• Provide Telehealth sessions which may be conducted at our offices using Earthtones equipment or at a private home office area free from noise and distractions with clear video, audio, and strong home internet

• Conduct administrative responsibilities at Earthtones or home office

Earthtones Northwest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.