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Caliber Therapies
West Roxbury, Massachusetts

Music Therapist

Counselor / TherapistContract

Listed compensation

$45/hr

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Job Description

Company Overview

At Caliber Therapies, we are redefining what it means to provide compassionate, evidence-based care.

Our team of dedicated recreational, music, and creative arts therapists is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals of all abilities—supporting their growth across physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual domains.

We believe that exceptional client care starts with strong practitioner support. That’s why we prioritize a collaborative work culture, flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, mileage reimbursement, and access to professional development.

At Caliber Therapies, you won’t just be joining a team—you’ll be part of a mission-driven community that values innovation, autonomy, and lasting impact.

Summary

We are seeking a passionate, creative, and client-centered Music Therapist who thrives in a flexible, community-based setting. The ideal candidate uses music as a dynamic tool to engage, support, and empower clients across a wide range of abilities. We're looking for someone who brings both clinical insight and creativity to their work—someone who can operate independently while contributing to a collaborative and supportive team.

Responsibilities

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program
  • Board Certification (MT-BC) required
  • Strong musicianship and the ability to use a variety of instruments and vocal techniques in sessions
  • Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate clients through evidence-based and individualized interventions
  • Experience working with neurodiverse populations, individuals with disabilities, or behavioral health needs preferred
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel for community-based sessions

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in your community through recreation therapy, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at Caliber Therapies!

Hourly rate $45/hr. Mileage reimbursement, & flexible schedule.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program and possess current Board Certification (MT-BC). Strong musicianship, reliable transportation, and experience working with neurodiverse populations or individuals with disabilities are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Client-centered careEvidence-based interventionsNeurodiverse population supportBehavioral health supportInstrument proficiencyCommunity-based therapy

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 34% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$94kMental Health Therapy median $75k (middle half $60k–$94k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$88k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Massachusetts277 active7,579 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% remote · 34% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMassachusetts counselor listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 16% offer loan repayment526 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,476 in the last 30 days1,365 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Benefits & Perks

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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

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About Caliber Therapies

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Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Professional development