Activity Aide

Valley Manor Inc.; Barry's Bay; On-site; CAD 28,929 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

Valley Manor Inc. is seeking a part-time Activities Aide to support the Activities department in a rural long-term care home.

The role involves assisting with resident-centered recreational activities, documentation, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to enhance resident quality of life. Starting wage levels include uncertified and certified hourly rates; candidates should be able to work flexible shifts and complete orientation in the Valley Manor environment.

Qualifications

• Education from an accredited post-secondary institution is required.
• Experience in Activities in Long Term Care is an asset.
• Computer literacy with WordPerfect and Microsoft Publisher is expected; familiarity with Rai-Mds, POC and PCC is an asset.
• Ability to learn, demonstrate and utilize a variety of communication techniques with elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Support the Activities department with person-centered recreational programs.
• Assist in planning and leading activities for residents and documenting participation.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to promote resident well-being.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold LTCHA compliance in daily duties.

Skills

Team player

Learning mindset

Communication

Mature attitude

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree

Tools

WordPerfect

Microsoft Publisher

Rai-Mds

POC

PCC

Job description

Valley Manor Inc.
Job Posting for Activities Department

Activity Aide
Positions Available Part Time

Valley Manor is a dynamic and progressive Long-Term Care Home. We are a rural, fully Accredited facility, offering quality nursing care in a friendly & welcoming environment. We are committed to the safety of our residents and to compliance with the LTCHA legislation.

Qualifications: Must be able to work in a Team environment. Ability to learn, demonstrate and utilize a variety of
techniques and skills in dealing with the elderly. Mature attitude to those areas which are important to a resident. Be a
friendly assistant with the ability to guide.

Education qualifications must be from an Accredited post-secondary institution.

Duties

• Preference given to registration in a post-Secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure, therapeutic recreation kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university (LTC Act Sec 67 - July 1, 2010)
• Experience in Activities in Long Term Care is an asset
• Computer literacy (Word perfect & Microsoft Publisher- includes Rai-Mds, POC and PCC) Recording and documentation skills.
• Ability to learn, demonstrate and utilize a variety of communication techniques, media and skills in dealing with the elderly and disabled in recreational pursuits.
• Knowledge and courses in behaviors, Montessori, Gentle Persuasive Approach, etc. an asset.
• Excellent public relations skills, confidentiality and an ability to work well with others in a multi-disciplinary team approach in a changing work environment.
• Must successfully complete the orientation program for the Activities department and Valley Manor
• Enthusiastic and energetic organizational and leadership skills and ability to work effectively unsupervised.
• Friendly, outgoing, positive, mature attitude, self-starter, dependable ability to perform assigned duties within a flexible work schedule within a 24 hour a day, 7 days a week operation of service.

Starting wage:

Uncertified $21.17/hr

Certified $25.93/hr

If interested please apply by August 12, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.

Kathy Innocente
Director of HR
Valley Manor Inc
Box 880-88 Mintha Street
Barry’s Bay, ON K0J 1B0
[e-mail]

Valley Manor’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hire people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the organization and who reflect the community in which we live and work.