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Hospital for Behavioral Medicine
Worcester, Massachusetts

Music Therapist - Per Diem

Counselor / TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$35/hour

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Hospital for Behavioral Medicine - Worcester, MA
  • Position Type: Per Diem
  • Education Level: 4 Year Degree
  • Salary Range: $35.00 - $35.00Hourly
  • Job Shift: Any, JOIN OUR TEAM AS A MUSIC THERAPIST - PER DIEM! Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? The Music Therapist is responsible for planning and implementing activity services for assigned program, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients. Demonstrate responsibility for observation and application of sound judgment in patients' physical and mental condition/needs. Observe and document changes in patients' appearance, behavior, and ability to work towards treatment plan goals. Communicate changes in patient's condition to Charge Nurse or Program Director. Provides assessment in psychosocial/leisure and recreational skills development/deficiency. Ensure timely documentation of interventions and ensure interventions are based on the patient's plan of care. Effectively plans and implements activity therapy for assigned patient case load within the facility, as well as outside the hospital as required. Provide pertinent feedback to the interdisciplinary treatment team regarding patient response to therapy, treatment interventions, and therapeutic objectives, as appropriate and necessary. Document services rendered in accordance with established criteria. Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for: Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Music therapy. Licensure: Certification or licensure by state and/or national governing body in of the following areas: Music Therapy, MT-BC. Experience: One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred. Additional Skill Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of CPI Training prior to assisting with a restraining procedure and within 30 days of employment. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours. Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: Cafeteria on site + discounted meals Employee engagement events Employee assistance program Employee recognition program Free parking What sets us apart? Career & training development opportunities Dynamic and inclusive work environment Engaged management team dedicated to your success A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations Disclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only.

Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hospital for Behavioral Medicine

  • Compensation: This is a per diem role and the expected compensation for this role is $35.00/hourly We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level

Join us as our Music Therapist - Per Diem!

About HBM

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Discover a fulfilling career at Hospital for Behavioral Medicine (HBM)! Welcome to the heart of mental health treatment innovation in Worcester, MA!

HBM, a cutting-edge 120-bed inpatient facility, is the leading provider of exceptional therapeutic care, prioritizing patient comfort and safety.

In proud collaboration with UMass Memorial Health Care, our facility is conveniently situated near the UMass Memorial Medical Center, allowing us to serve the community with unwavering dedication.

At HBM, we go beyond inpatient care by offering an outpatient partial hospitalization program, ensuring continuous support while respecting the rhythm of daily lives. Our commitment to accessible care knows no bounds, as we emphasize availability irrespective of one's ability to pay.

Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Hospital for Behavioral Medicine.

To learn more about HBM, visit us at: hospitalforbehavioralmedicine.com TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service At Hospital for Behavioral Medicine, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

The Music Therapist plans and implements activity services and treatment goals as part of an interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for continuous patient care, observation, and documenting patient progress and responses to therapy.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in Music Therapy and possess MT-BC certification or state licensure. One year of related experience in psychiatric patient care is preferred, along with CPR and CPI certifications.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Treatment planningPatient assessmentInterdisciplinary collaborationCrisis interventionMental health supportPsychosocial skills development

Counselor Career Context

Of the 48 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 15% have no call, 69% 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 paynot listedMental Health Therapy median $54k (middle half $39k–$61k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingMassachusetts index 105.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Massachusetts271 active7,853 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% remote · 15% no call · 69% no weekends48 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMassachusetts Counselor listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 16% offer loan repayment522 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,473 in the last 30 days1,673 the 30 days before (+48%)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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Sign-on bonus
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Work-life snapshot

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About Hospital for Behavioral Medicine

Hospitals and Health Care
Worcester, Massachusetts
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Cafeteria on site with discounted meals
Employee engagement events
Employee assistance program
Employee recognition program
Free parking
Career and training development opportunities

Living in Worcester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$447k
Typical market rent
$2,122/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.