About the role#
The Department of State Hospitals is hiring for a Student Assistant - Music Therapy Intern at Patton State Hospital. This is a temporary, intermittent appointment for up to 1056 hours over a 6-month period. You will work within a forensic psychiatric hospital environment, providing treatment to patients in a secure treatment area. This position is paid and requires on-site work in San Bernardino County.
What you'll do#
- Provide direct treatment to patients in a secure setting.
- Work under the clinical supervision of a Board-Certified Music Therapist.
- Follow the lead of the Music Therapy Internship Director and the administrative supervision of the Chief, Rehabilitation Therapy Service.
- Record clinical data systematically and maintain accurate records.
- Compose clear and concise reports.
- Interpret statistical data to analyze situations and take effective action.
What you'll need#
- Academic eligibility for a Music Therapy Internship through an American Music Therapy Association approved program.
- Completion of all requisite coursework and pre-internship clinical hours.
- Knowledge of music therapy principles, techniques, and literature.
- Understanding of mental health education, public health trends, and federal or state welfare programs.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperation with others and communicate effectively.
- A successful 5-10 minute live audition during the interview, demonstrating your ability to sing while playing both guitar and keyboard.
- Ability to pass a background investigation and medical clearance prior to starting.
Location & details#
- Location: Patton, California (San Bernardino County).
- Terms available: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Note: This position does not include health, dental, or vision benefits.
About State of California
The State of California operates as a government agency based in Sacramento. It employs over 46,000 people to manage public services across the region. The organization focuses on sectors including public health, education, engineering, and policy. It maintains operations in Sacramento to support its administrative and service functions.
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