Dykeland is hiring a Music Therapist for 3 days a week.

Job Description:

Responsible for providing music therapy on a 1:1 basis and in a group setting to residents as well as providing music therapy programs.

Care Approach

We believe in a resident focused model of care

We recognize the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment

We ensure that staff is equipped and striving to put the resident at the center of their care

We aim to maximize resident independence and abilities while providing quality, compassionate, holistic care

We recognize and respect privacy and confidentiality

Education Required:

Must have a degree in Music Therapy from a recognized university

Must be a certified, or in process of becoming certified, music therapist

Must have the ability to play the guitar

Police check and Vulnerable Sector Screening Request in the last 3 months is required

Experience in long-term care or a similar workplace an asset

Experience working with seniors an asset

Leadership experience and asset

Effective communication both written and verbal in English with residents, families and co-workers

Strong moral and ethics along with a commitment to Privacy and Confidentiality in all aspects of the organization

Proficiency on piano, voice and guitar

Acts with integrity and respects the rights and dignity of all residents

Excellent time management and multitasking skills and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision

Problem identification and problem resolution skills

High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability

Reliable with good attendance and cheerful disposition

Maintenance of a clean and sanitary environment

Possesses exemplary Customer Service skills

Respectful and hardworking team player

Responsibilities:

Conduct discipline based assessments of individual and group needs and plan for relevant therapeutic interventions

Provide individual and group activities and therapeutic interventions independently or with Recreation Department

Maintain progress notes and chart on residents progress

Maintain music supplies and equipment

Participates in staff education programs as applicable

Completes assigned and routine tasks without direct supervision

Recognizes residents’ abilities and limitations and works within their capabilities

An active interest in continuing education

What We Offer YOU:

Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Support for Continuing Education (ex. Leadership Training)

A supportive work environment

"Kudos" Internal Recognition Program

Employee Recognition Gathering (BBQs, Holiday Party, Potlucks, Professional Week Celebrations, etc)

Reduced pricing for meals from our kitchen

Free parking

Free access to current e-learning through SURGE and opportunities to take part in job related training and development

Company events

Dental care

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, we require all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.

Dykeland Lodge is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.