Chrysalis is Hiring:

Music Therapist — Part-Time

Chrysalis Music Therapy is growing, and we’re looking for a compassionate, creative, and clinically skilled Music Therapist to join our team, working with the Swallowtail and Blue Morpho programs.

At Chrysalis, we believe music has the power to create connection, support growth, and open doors to expression and possibility. We provide thoughtful, individualized care that honors each person's strengths, needs, and unique way of experiencing the world.

We are equally committed to creating a workplace where therapists feel supported, valued, and encouraged to bring their creativity and clinical expertise to their work.

Position Details

  • Position: Music Therapist

  • Employment Type: Part-time, hourly, non-exempt

  • Starting Schedule: Approximately 24 hours per week, generally across three days

  • Starting Pay: $30.00-32.00 per hour

  • Anticipated Start Date: October 1, 2026

  • Location: Washington State

  • Growth Opportunity: This position is intended to have the potential to grow toward full-time employment as the practice and client base develop.

The schedule will be developed collaboratively based on client needs, practice needs, and therapist availability.

Work may include:

  • Direct music therapy services

  • Documentation and clinical record keeping

  • Treatment planning

  • Team meetings and case consultation

  • Collaboration with clients, families, and other care professionals

  • Professional development

  • Other responsibilities related to providing quality client care

What You'll Do

As a Music Therapist, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families we serve.

Responsibilities include:

  • Providing music therapy services consistent with professional training, credentials, and scope of practice

  • Developing and implementing individualized treatment approaches

  • Maintaining timely, accurate, and appropriate documentation

  • Communicating effectively with clients, families, and members of the care team

  • Participating in team meetings, consultation, and collaborative problem-solving

  • Maintaining professional standards and client confidentiality

  • Following applicable privacy, healthcare, and professional requirements

  • Contributing ideas and creativity to the continued growth of the practice

We ask our therapists to bring both clinical excellence and humanity to their work. Our goal is for clients to feel seen, respected, and supported—and for our therapists to experience that same sense of belonging within the team.

Professional Support & Team Culture

Collaboration is an important part of our clinical approach.

Chrysalis holds biweekly team meetings to provide time for:

  • Communication and case consultation

  • Clinical collaboration

  • Shared problem-solving

  • Professional development

  • Continued growth as a team

We encourage therapists to continue developing their clinical skills, explore new approaches, and contribute ideas that strengthen our practice.

Compensation & Benefits

$10.00-32.00 per hour starting pay

Additional benefits include:

  • Paid vacation: 6 paid vacation days per year, accrued at 0.5 days per month

  • Paid sick leave: Provided in accordance with Washington State law and company policy

  • Floating holidays: 4 paid floating holidays per year

  • Health insurance stipend: $300 per month beginning January 1, 2027, or upon transition to full-time employment, whichever occurs first

  • Mileage reimbursement: Eligible business-related mileage reimbursed at the applicable Washington State mileage reimbursement rate

  • Professional liability insurance: Coverage provided for services performed within the scope of employment

  • Professional growth: Opportunities for collaboration, consultation, and continued professional development

Additional details regarding benefits, scheduling, mileage, cancellations, documentation, and other employment policies will be provided during onboarding.

Qualifications

Applicants should have the professional training, credentials, and qualifications required to practice as a Music Therapist in Washington State.

Candidates should also demonstrate:

  • Strong clinical and interpersonal skills

  • Compassion and respect for individuals and families

  • Excellent communication and documentation skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a care team

  • Creativity and flexibility in clinical practice

  • Commitment to individualized, person-centered care

  • Professionalism and respect for confidentiality

  • Ability to manage scheduling and documentation responsibilities independently

Required licenses, certifications, registrations, and professional credentials must be maintained throughout employment.

Why Chrysalis?

We're building Chrysalis with the hope that it can be more than a place to work.

We want it to be a place where people can grow, transform, and become more fully themselves—our clients, our families, and the therapists who have the privilege of supporting them.

If you're a Music Therapist looking for meaningful work in a supportive, collaborative, and growing practice, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested in Joining Our Team?

Please submit your resume and a brief introduction describing your experience, clinical interests, and why you're interested in joining Chrysalis Music Therapy. Send all inquires to leslie@chrysalismusictherapy.com