Senior Living Recreation Enrichment Specialist

Extendicare; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 45 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Extendicare is seeking a Recreation Aide to assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for our residents. You will work closely with the Recreation Manager and Executive Director to ensure engaging activities and proper documentation.

Ideal candidates have a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, and strong communication skills. A current Vulnerable Sector Check is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent required.
• Experience working with seniors is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; energetic and compassionate about working with the elderly.
• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check (within six months) or be willing to obtain one.

Responsabilités

• Assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for residents in collaboration with the Recreation Manager & Executive Director.
• Maintain department records including assessments and evaluations of programs.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, volunteers and staff.
• Attend in-service education to stay current on elderly care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan resident-centered activities.
• Assist with meal services as required.
• Uphold Extendicare's Code of Conduct and values.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Empathy

Energetic person

Formation

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Outils

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Description du poste

Extendicare is seeking a Recreation Aide to assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for our residents. You will work closely with the Recreation Manager and Executive Director to ensure engaging activities and proper documentation.

Ideal candidates have a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, and strong communication skills. A current Vulnerable Sector Check is required or willingness to obtain one.