Active Living Aide - Full Time

Revera Inc.; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking an Active Living Aide to support planning and implementing engaging activities for residents at Valley Stream in Ottawa. You will assist with program delivery, assessments and communications with families and staff.

The role emphasizes compassionate care for seniors, collaboration with the Active Living Manager, and adherence to organizational ethics and values. A college diploma in recreation or gerontology is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.
• Willing to obtain Vulnerable Sector Check (Criminal Background Check) within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for residents.
• Maintain department records including assessments and evaluations of programs.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, volunteers and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Active Living Aide - Full TimeApply: Valley Stream - 2 Valley Stream Drive, Ottawa, ON K2H 0A5: Full time: Posted Today: R17673***Wage per hour***$20.49Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.**Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence**We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!Reporting to the Active Living Manager, the Active Living Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents. **Key Responsibilities*** Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;* Assists with the maintenance of appropriate department records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing individual participation, charting;* Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events;* Attends in-service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly;* Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents' interest in mind;* Facilitating residents to scheduled and pre-arranged outings;* Assisting with assessment of individual resident activity levels;* Preparing, carrying out and evaluating daily activities;* Assisting with meal services as required;* Working in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);* Supporting the front desk by providing break coverage for receptionists;* Upholding and promoting the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;* Complete other duties as assigned.**Qualifications*** College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required;* Previous experience working with seniors;* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);* Excellent oral and written communication skills;* An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly;* Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.*Cogir* *is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.*