Description

In this role, you will deliver structured music-based therapy for children aged 2 - 18 with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, communication or sensory challenges, emotional needs, and behavioral concerns. Using music as a therapeutic tool, you will support attention, participation, communication, emotional regulation, confidence, and social engagement. You will work within a multidisciplinary pediatric team, ensuring interventions align with each child’s overall developmental goals.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual and group music therapy sessions
• Work effectively with children presenting with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, social challenges, sensory needs, emotional dysregulation, and behavioral difficulties.
• Assess each child’s developmental profile, communication level, sensory response, emotional needs, and therapeutic goals in relation to music-based intervention.
• Plan and deliver individualized and group music therapy sessions tailored to children aged 2 - 18.
• Use music therapeutically to target communication, emotional expression, regulation, confidence, attention, interaction, turn-taking, and participation.
• Develop therapy plans tailored to each child’s needs and goals
• Monitor, document, and evaluate the child’s progress and therapy outcomes
• Integrate music-based interventions into broader therapy programs
• Collaborate with therapists, educators, and families to maximize impact
• Stay updated on best practices, research, and regulations in music therapy

Skills

Skills & Competencies:

• Able to design and deliver individualized sessions
• Skilled in music therapy techniques for children
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in child development or behavioral/emotional therapy
• Creative in using music to engage and motivate children
• Able to document progress and measure outcomes

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Music Therapy, or a related field
• Formal music therapy training and hands-on experience in child development, pediatric mental health, neurodevelopmental care, or special needs intervention.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience working with children aged 2 -18, preferably in the UAE.