Activities Assistant

D'Youville Life and Wellness Community; Quebec; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Next-Day Pay Option

Health (Aetna)

Dental

Vision

HSA with employer contribution

Flexible Spending Account

Benefits available 1 st of the mo. 30

Short/Long Term Disability

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

D’Youville Life and Wellness Community in Lowell is seeking an Activities Aide to support residents with a range of recreational, social, and spiritual activities. The role offers both part-time and full-time options with a 37.5-hour work week and a pay range of $15.50 to $17.21 per hour based on experience.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent; experience with elderly/dementia populations is preferred but not required, and the ability to work independently as well as

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with elderly/dementia population preferred but not required.
• Understanding of Alzheimer’s disease or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Assist in implementing activities for Residents.
• Coordinate planned recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual activities for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordinating activities for residents.
• Participate in coordinating recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual activities.
• Provide compassionate support to residents and promote engagement.

Skills

Independent worker

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $15.50 USD to $17.21 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Activities Aide

A commitment to Care. A legacy of compassion. This is D'Youville

Since 1960, D’Youville Life & Wellness Community has provided Greater Lowell and surrounding communities with exceptional elder care, earning the respect of its peers and the trust of the community at large.

We are looking for an experienced Activities Aide - Part-Time and Full-Time available.

• Schedule: Full-Time; 37.5 hours a week
• $15.50 to $17.21 per hour based on experience.

Activities Aide Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with the elderly/dementia population preferred, but not required.
• Understanding of Alzheimer’s disease or a willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work independently & be a team player.
• Assist in implementing activities for Residents.
• Perform all planned recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual activities coordination for residents.

This is a brief overview of job responsibilities and not intended to be all inclusive.

D’Youville Life and Wellness Community can offer you (22.5+ hours/week):

• Competitive Compensation
• Next-Day Pay Option
• Student Loan Forgiveness Guidance
• Health (Aetna), Dental, Vision, HSA with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Benefits available 1 st of the mo. following 30 days
• Short Term, Long term, Accident Disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program with Discount marketplace
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Clean and Compassionate environment

Please consider joining our team working where The Difference is Love!

D’Youville Life and Wellness Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Innovative

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Preferred

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Previous experience working with the elderly/dementia population preferred.

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