Full-Time Music Therapist (MT-BC) – School-Based & Community

Anderson Music Therapy Services is seeking a Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) to join our growing team in Roanoke and Montgomery County, Virginia. This full-time position focuses primarily on school-based services, with additional opportunities to work with adult groups and private clients with developmental, neurologic, and acquired disabilities. This role is ideal for a clinician who values autonomy, integrity, and meaningful client impact, and who works confidently and independently in school and community settings. Schedule & Caseload

• A consistent caseload of approximately 20-25 clinical hours per week during the school year
• Majority of sessions occur during school-day hours
• Some evening clients available based on therapist preference
• Schedule designed collaboratively with clinician input
• Caseload available immediately with sustainable growth Responsibilities
• Provide individual and group music therapy services in schools, community programs, clinics, homes, and online
• Conduct SEMTAP assessments (will train), write measurable goals, and document progress
• Maintain timely documentation and data tracking without constant supervision
• Communicate effectively with teachers, paraprofessionals, case managers, administrators, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Coordinate schedules and services across multiple sites
• Represent the organization professionally in all settings Absolute Requirements
• Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC)
• Current Virginia Music Therapy License (or eligibility prior to start)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Music Therapy
• Ability to work autonomously with consistent follow-through
• Strong documentation, data collection, and organizational skills
• High level of professional integrity and ethical practice
• Reliable transportation for school and community-based work
• Strong functional skills on guitar, piano, voice, and percussion Preferred
• Experience in public school systems (IEP/504 environments)
• Experience with developmental and neurologic populations
• Interest in long-term placement within Montgomery County, Virginia If interested, email a resume, cover letter, and 2-3 professional references to Cassie Smith at cassie@amusictherapy.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $32.62 per hour Benefits
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program Application Question(s):
• Are you a Board Certified Music Therapist?
• Are you a Licensed Virginia Music Therapist? Education:
• Bachelor's (Required) Work Location: In person