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Caliber Therapies
Springfield, West Virginia

Music Therapist

CounselorPart-Time

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
  • 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 Board Certification (MT-BC). Strong musicianship and the ability to travel for community-based sessions are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Instrument proficiencyEvidence-based interventionsClient engagementNeurodiverse supportBehavioral health supportIndividualized care

Counselor Career Context

Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 73% are remote, 18% have no call, 88% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for West Virginia is 89.5 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $105k in an average-cost state. 62.5% of West Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
91%
CME allowance
32%
Loan repayment
9%
Sign-on bonus
5%
PSLF eligible
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,002 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Springfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$255k
Residents’ average commute
40 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.5
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Winchester, VA-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Caliber Therapies

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Benefits & Perks

Mileage Reimbursement
Flexible Schedule
Professional Development
Competitive Compensation