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Job Number: J1124-0224 Job Title: Music Therapist Job Category: Recreation & Wellness Job Type: Permanent Full Time Date Posted: November 7, 2024 Closing Date: December 6, 2024 Work Location: Arborstone Number of Positions: 1
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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Music Therapist to join our Arborstone Enhanced Care team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • RRSP program (5% employer matching) or pension plan
  • Vacation accrual (begins immediately)
  • Free onsite parking
  • Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
  • Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
  • Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

  • Develops, plans, implements, and evaluates comprehensive Music Therapy Programs focusing on the social, emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual needs of the residents in a variety of settings.
  • Assess the abilities and needs of the population served. Establishes goals and objectives to meet identified needs.
  • Addresses all music therapy referrals from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Prepares rooms and equipment for music therapy programs; prepares material for clients' use; cleans up program areas; maintains proper care and level of supplies and equipment.
  • Documents client progress; maintains accurate client records; analyzes data to assist in the development of appropriate programs.
  • Attends in-services, workshops, conferences, and other educational sessions for ongoing professional development.
  • Coordinates and supervises student placements where applicable.

About You

  • Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy, completion of 1000-hour clinical internship.
  • Minimum of one-year combined experience in the delivery of music therapy in a health care setting
  • Accredited, or in the process of becoming accredited, with the Canadian Association for Music Therapy.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.


Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Competition Number: J1124-0224
Company Website: http://www.shannex.com

About Shannex

About Shannex

Shannex est un fournisseur chef de file offrant des résidences, des soins et des services novateurs aux personnes aînées dans les provinces maritimes et en Ontario. Shannex est une entreprise en plein essor employant actuellement 3800 personnes. Notre parcours de croissance continue nous permet d'offrir des résidences de qualité supérieure, des services améliorés et des carrières exceptionnelles.

Le Faubourg du Mascaret est notre premier complexe de vie de retraite où la langue première est le français. Situé sur les lieux de l'Université de Moncton à Moncton (Nouveau-Brunswick), ce complexe offre un continuum complet de services, dont les appartements autonomes, avec services et tout inclus, ainsi qu'un foyer de soins.

Un personnel exceptionnel est l'une des valeurs fondamentales de Shannex. Nous sommes d'avis que notre personnel constitue l'esprit et les fondements de notre organisation. Shannex s'engage à offrir un environnement épanouissant où tout le monde est fier de son travail et de l'entreprise. Notre personnel accorde une importance primordiale à l'excellence du service. Nous le soutenons en lui offrant diverses possibilités de développement personnel et professionnel. Nous favorisons de plus l'équilibre entre travail et vie privée.

Si vous cherchez à faire avancer votre carrière et à vous distinguer au sein d'une organisation en pleine expansion, veuillez soumettre votre candidature.