CAREERS

CAREERS

We believe in 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.

Contining Care Assistants (CCA)
Work within Scope of Practice | Work 8-hr and/or 12-hr shifts | Personal care of residents, including restorative care
Environmental Services
You will be responsible for performing duties related to maintaining a clean and sanitary environment and clean, healthy and sanitary linen.
Food Services
Performing duties related to residents' dining and tray service, providing a home-like atmosphere in each of the dining areas.
Nursing
Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team to meet residents’ care needs.
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WHY WORK HERE

Dykeland Lodge has one of the most dedicated and devoted teams in the world with a holistic resident centered approach to caring for our senior loved ones. Dykeland offers a comprehensive benefits and pension package as well as LTD. Our new Long Term Care Facility is being designed and built on College Road, Windsor, N.S., just 25 minutes from Sackville and Bedford. The design of the facility will be more efficient with less walking for our employees. Dykeland has invested in innovative technology to make life and work better for our residents and team. We believe in investing and empowering our employees with the support and guidance of our incredible leadership team. Here are a few more of the amazing reasons Dykeland Lodge should be a first choice for you!

  • Education/surge/in person
  • GPA, non-violent crisis PACE
  • Mental health programs – EAP, Working Mind, Art of Resilience
  • Family like atmosphere
  • Feeling like a valued member of the team
  • Opportunity for advancements
  • Green space
  • Fun Days/Social committee
  • Meal cards
  • Our Residents
  • Free parking
  • Strength – social awareness and strong ethics
  • Bonus/ethics/employee recognition
  • Work like balance – through job sharing and casual hours
  • Dykeland promotes from within
As soon as you walk into the building you feel a sense of home. I’m thankful, and so proud to be part of a team that strives to provide excellent care to our residents.
Caitlin Ferreira, Dietician
I enjoy working at Dykeland because of the friendly residents, up lifting atmosphere, and co-workers. Dykeland offers a variety of activities for both staff and residents to enjoy, feels like home.
Trish Boddie – Cook/Food Service Worker
I like working at Dykeland Lodge because of my co-workers and all the residents. It’s just a friendly place to work all around.
Nancy Kirby – Food Service Worker
I am so humbled and honored to be writing this Employee Testimonial for Dykeland Lodge today.
Nancy Kirby – Food Service Worker
I have worked at Dykeland Lodge for nine years. Throughout those 9 years the residents have become more like family. I look forward to coming to work every day and getting to know the different personalities of each resident.
Leona Atwell, EVS
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VOLUNTEER

CONTACT Victoria Gagne Director of Recreation dor@dykelandlodge.ca
 The facility has a large group of volunteers who are very dedicated to the residents. They give of their time to help with programs and to bring the community to those who reside at the facility.

There are a variety of volunteering opportunities ranging from assisting with the residents in the home (such as the assisted eating program, escorting resident to programs, assisting with programs (bingo, church, musical programs, special events, palliative care, one-on-one visitation, etc.) to joining in the fundraising efforts of our support group, the Friends of Dykeland.

We encourage family and friends to become volunteers.