Allied Health Music Therapist
Applications are being sought for a Music Therapist to join The Geelong Clinic's Allied Health Team. The position will consist of at least 6 hours per week, with many opportunities to work additional hours.
The successful applicant will work in a multidisciplinary team approach, providing predominantly group therapy for patients who experience a range of mental health issues.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and facilitate and evaluate structured music therapy groups in a mental health context
Use evidence-based music therapy approaches to support emotional regulation, identity, communication, recovery and wellbeing
Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging therapeutic group environment
Monitor participant wellbeing and respond appropriately to distress or risk
Maintain clear, timely, and confidential clinical documentation
Contribute to recovery planning and outcome evaluation
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including allied health, nursing, and peer workers
Support culturally responsive and trauma-aware practice
Essential
About You
Current registration with the Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA)
Masters degree in Music Therapy (or equivalent AMTA-approved tertiary qualification)
Experience facilitating therapeutic groups and managing group dynamics of people with complex mental health needs
Strong understanding of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within in a multidisciplinary team
Competency in reflective practice and commitment to upholding professional boundaries and ethics
Knowledge of music therapy methods relevant to a psychiatric setting
Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
Desirable
Experience in facilitating groups in non-acute or community mental health settings
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, skills in documentation
Skills in improvisation, songwriting, and resource-oriented music therapy
Knowledge of risk assessment and care/recovery planning
Experience working with culturally diverse communities
Excellent organisation skills
The Geelong Clinic is a 73 bed Psychiatric Hospital that offers a range of inpatient, day programs and outreach services for individuals experiencing mental health problems.
Located on the outskirts of Geelong within close proximity to spectacular coastal attractions, the clinic has a number of accredited Psychiatrists supported by a skilled multidisciplinary team of nursing, allied health, administration and domestic services staff.
Applications close: 23rd March 2026
For further enquiries: Jeremy Buckmaster, General Manager ph:
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.