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Special Therapies SpecialistCunningham Children's Home • Urbana, IL, US
Special Therapies Specialist

Special Therapies Specialist

Cunningham Children's Home • Urbana, IL, US
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Job Description

Join Our Special Therapies team as a Special Therapies Specialist at Cunningham Children's Home!

Are you a compassionate, creative, and dedicated individual ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of youth in residential care? Cunningham Children's Home, a leader in trauma-informed care, is looking for a talented Special Therapies Specialist to join our team. In this exciting and rewarding role, the Special Therapies Specialist will help guide youth through their emotional and behavioral growth using music and other therapeutic modalities, working collaboratively with clinical teams to create life-changing experiences.

Why Cunningham Childrens Home?

At Cunningham Children's Home, we believe in the transformative power of healing through creative expression and holistic therapies. Our trauma-informed approach focuses on empowering youth by addressing their unique needs with compassion and respect. This is more than just a job its an opportunity for a Special Therapies Specialist to help young people thrive and find hope for a brighter future.

What Youll Do as a Special Therapies Specialist

  • Lead individual and group therapeutic sessions using music, movement, creative expression, and other therapeutic techniques to help youth overcome challenges, express themselves, and grow emotionally.
  • Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure a comprehensive approach to care, collaborating with clinicians, community partners, and volunteers to maximize impact.
  • Manage therapeutic equipment, maintain safe and nurturing environments, and ensure high standards of documentation and reporting in line with agency policies.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • We also offer our employees a professional PSLF resource, BenElevate, to help navigate the loan forgiveness process.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in music therapy
  • Licensed Professional Music Therapist (preferred) or eligibility to obtain licensure within 3 months of hire
  • CPR and First Aid certifications required upon hire; lifeguard certification preferred
  • Valid Illinois Driver's License
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed practices, music therapy models, child development, and DSM-5 diagnoses
  • Ability to facilitate group therapy and engage youth through creative interventions
  • Strong clinical decision-making, documentation skills, and the ability to manage behavioral challenges with care and professionalism
  • Adaptability to changing priorities and the ability to foster therapeutic relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds
  • What We Offer

  • A supportive, trauma-informed team where your expertise as a Special Therapies Specialist will thrive
  • Competitive salary based on education and experience, with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development
  • A culture rooted in teamwork, integrity, respect, and a shared commitment to spirituality and personal growth
  • Apply today and be a part of something extraordinary at Cunningham Children's Home as a Special Therapies Specialist !

    Schedule

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed
  • #CCHJOBS

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