Q518--NEW 'Base 4 Option' Whole Health Music Therapy (Mental Health)

The Lexington VA Health Care System (LVAHCS) is seeking a contractor to provide Music Therapy services to veterans. The contractor will provide a Practitioner who will offer clinical services, including guitar, drumming, song writing, or similar expressive music therapy, to veterans served by the LVAHCS. The services will be provided in group sessions, accommodating 1-12 participants, and will be offered on a recurring, weekly basis. The contractor will be responsible for providing qualified, courteous, and efficient services, and will be required to complete clinical notes in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) electronic health record system. • The contractor will provide a Practitioner with a bachelor's degree in music therapy and board-certified music therapist (MT-BC) certification. • The Practitioner will provide services in a safe, effective, and non-judgmental manner, taking into consideration the individual needs of the recipient. • The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment and supplies. • The contractor will be required to adhere to all VHA guidelines and policies, including those related to patient care and HIPAA compliance.