SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.
Compensation:
We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly rate for this position is $81.25 per session.
Position Description: To provide music therapy for primary and secondary survivors of gun violence.
Qualifications:
Required: Experience inMusic therapy, Music Education, or Expressive Arts Therapy
Schedule: 1-2 hours twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Thursday; 12:00 pm-2:00 pm
Facilitate Therapeutic Music Sessions
Plan and lead structured music expression sessions (approximately one hour) for groups of 7–20 adult participants, incorporating music creation, listening, movement, spoken word, and music production activities.
Deliver Expressive Arts–Based Interventions
Provide expressive therapy that complements individual counseling and behavioral interventions for participants engaged in programming related to criminal thinking, anger management, substance use recovery, education, and employment readiness.
Promote Participant Development
Use music-based activities to help participants:
Improve communication and expressive language
Develop non-verbal communication skills
Increase self-esteem and personal identity awareness
Strengthen interpersonal and social skills
Improve impulse control and emotional regulation
Expand attention span and ability to follow directions
Encourage positive affirmation and peer support.
Encourage Creative and Emotional Expression
Facilitate opportunities for participants to express thoughts, feelings, and experiences through creative outlets such as singing, rhythm, songwriting, spoken word, and collaborative musical activities.
Provide Skill-Building in Music Fundamentals
Guide participants in exploring rhythms, tones, vibrations, and musical elements while connecting these concepts to self-awareness and personal growth.
Adapt Programming to Participant Needs
Conduct sessions responsive to the needs, abilities, and therapeutic goals of participants while maintaining a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Maintain Professional and Contractual Compliance
Provide proof of liability insurance and operate in accordance with the contractual agreement and applicable laws governing the partnership.
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods.
To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.
SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at onlineaccommodations@some.org. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.
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