Recreation/Music Therapist

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

Recreation/Music Therapist 

Hours of work:

Primarily 8:00am-4:30pm, with flexibility to meet program needs

Salary Range:  

$42,933.60-$49,362.00, based on experience/qualifications

The State of Missouri, Department of Mental Health, Fulton State Hospital, is seeking full time Recreation or Music Therapists to work in the Nixon Forensic Center in Fulton, MO. The hospital is certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has been accredited by The Joint Commissions (TJC) since 1984, and is known for evidence-based treatment and innovative practices.

The Recreation or Music Therapist plays a vital role as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team working with clients who have mental illnesses and have committed crimes.  In addition, many clients have trauma histories of their own and corresponding mental illnesses that increase the likelihood of reoffending.  Treatment is focused on learning self-regulation and self-management skills within a respectful, recovery based treatment program.  Responsibilities include:  Planning and conducting a variety of groups, case management, attending treatment team meeting, completing required documentation and assessments.  A degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy or a closely related field is required. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate compassion and an ability to work in a trauma informed and recovery based environment.

Excellent State of Missouri Benefit Package Including:

Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Paid Basic Life Insurance (amount equivalent to annual salary +)

Deferred Compensation opportunities

MOSERS Retirement (Members contribute 4% of pay)

13 paid holidays per year

10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours sick leave accrued per month when hired, increases with service

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Assessment of basic skill functioning related to services provided through the Rehabilitation Services Department.
• Planning and implementing a wide range of treatment groups designed to meet the social, vocational, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of clients.
• Case management including developing and maintaining individual treatment plans and related documentation, individual therapy, goal setting, family contact, and client advocacy.
• Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and weekly program meetings.
• Competency in the implementation of assigned psychosocial program principles and procedures, as well as program and departmental documentation expectations.

Qualifications - All you need for success

Minimum Qualifications:

• CTRS or Music Therapist board certification welcomed, but not required
• College degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy or related field
• Must be at least 20 years old for entry high security setting

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.  Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator.  This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here. 

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

If interested, please contact: 

Anne Shiraki, MT-BC

Director of Rehabilitation Services

[email protected] 

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.