Senior Music Therapist

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time. Job Share arrangements may be considered.

Position Classification: Music Therapist Lvl 3

Remuneration: – Full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 24

Requisition ID: REQ615957

Location:Randwick

Application Close: 7 November 2025

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.

Please note that weekend work may be involved.

Prior experience as a Music Therapist working with children or young people, preferably in healthcare is required.

What you'll be doing

The Music Therapist will provide family centred clinical services to inpatients and/or outpatients referred to Music Therapy.

The Music Therapist will provide a comprehensive Music Therapy service to the children, young people and families of the hospital. This service will be delivered through individual and group session in accordance with the principles and practices of Music Therapy and will include assessment and interventions as appropriate.

The Level 3 Music Therapy will use their advanced professional knowledge and experience to support staff and to share in the growth and development of the department by:

• Planning, development and evaluation of Music Therapy services.
• Development, implementation and evaluation of policies, procedures and practice guidelines for patient care.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Recognised Music Therapy Degree and registration with the national registration body the Australian Music Therapists Association (AMTA). Demonstrated advanced interpersonal and communication skills, with proven success in multidisciplinary team settings.
• Sound understanding of child and young people's development from 0-18, including the effects of stress and trauma in this population.
• Demonstrated experience in planning, implementation and evaluation of Music Therapy programs along with significant experience working with children and young people of varying ages.
• In depth understanding of the impact of chronic illness on children, young people and their families and psychosocial strategies which can be put in place to assist with the maintenance and or development of resilience.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working as a Music Therapist in hospital/health care setting.

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description

Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Salary packaging for tax savings
• Meal entertainment savings
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Practice Opportunities

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
• Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Further Contacts and Support

For role related queries or questions contact Kirsty-Leah Goymour on

We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-

For technical support please contact the customer services team on

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.

NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.

Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian Website

For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.

Eligibility List

An eligibility list may be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.

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