Active Living Aide - Part Time (45 Hours Biweekly)

COGIR Real Estate; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living seeks an Active Living Aide to assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for residents. You will work closely with the Active Living Manager and Executive Director to enhance daily life and engagement for seniors.

The role involves maintaining records, communicating with residents and families, and attending ongoing education to stay current with elder care practices.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent.
• 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.
• Valid provincial driver’s license to transport residents by van (Class 4; Class F).
• Must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director.
• Maintain records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing participation, charting.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, volunteers and staff; inform them of events.
• Attend in-service education to stay informed on elderly care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan programs aligned with residents’ interests.
• Assist with outings and assessing individual activity levels.
• Prepare, carry out and evaluate daily activities; assist with meal services as required.

Skills

Experience with seniors

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Job description

Description

Wage per hour $22.89

Cogir 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;


• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);


• Uphold and promote 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;


• Valid provincial driver's license to transport residents by van (i.e.: Class 4; Class F);


• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Schedule

• Monday, Wednesday and Friday


• Potential for more shifts

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.