Part-Time Music Therapist (start August 24, 2026)

Dykeland Lodge; Canada; Sur place; CAD 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Continuing Education support

Free parking

Dental care

Life insurance

Extended health care

On-site Parking

Résumé du poste

Dykeland Lodge in Canada is seeking a Music Therapist to provide specialized therapy to residents on a 1:1 basis and in group settings, three days per week.

The successful candidate will hold a degree in Music Therapy from a recognized university and be certified or in the process of certifying. Proficiency in guitar, strong English communication, and a commitment to privacy are essential. Experience in long-term care or work with seniors is an asset.

Qualifications

• 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 in the last 3 months is required.
• Experience in long-term care or similar environment is an asset.
• Experience working with seniors is an asset.
• Leadership experience is an asset.
• Proficiency on piano, voice and guitar.
• Effective communication in English with residents, families and co-workers.
• Strong ethics and commitment to privacy and confidentiality.

Responsabilités

• Conduct discipline-based assessments of individual and group needs and plan relevant therapeutic interventions.
• Provide individual and group activities and therapeutic interventions independently or with Recreation Department.
• Maintain progress notes and chart residents' progress.
• Maintain music supplies and equipment.
• Participate in staff education programs as applicable.
• Complete assigned and routine tasks without direct supervision.
• Recognize residents’ abilities and work within their capabilities.
• Pursue continuing education and professional development.

Connaissances

Music therapy

Guitar

English communication

Time management

Multitasking

Integrity

Customer service

Leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy

Certified music therapist (or in process)

Outils

Piano

Guitar

Voice

Description du poste

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 environment 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 resident's 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.