Activity Aide, Adult Day Program - Casual

VON Canada; Sydney; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A Community Care Provider is seeking an Activity Aide in Sydney, Canada, to support individuals attending Adult Day Programs. The role involves developing service plans, implementing activities, and providing assistance with daily living tasks in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with adults having cognitive impairments and hold relevant certifications. Competitive salary and on-call status are included.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of recent experience in Adult Day Services is an asset.
• Experience with adults with cognitive impairments or physical disabilities is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops service plans for clients in the Adult Day Program.
• Implements and evaluates service plans with family and team.
• Participates in group activities for client engagement.
• Assists clients with Activities of Daily Living.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good observational skills

Ability to take direction

Teamwork

Education

Diploma or Certificate in health care, social science, or recreation

Current First Aid, CPR, and Food Handler’s certificates

Job description

Requisition Details: Employment Status: Casual Program Name: Adult Day Program Work Schedule: Days On Call: Yes Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

Job Summary:

The Activity Aide provides quality support and care for individuals attending the Adult Day Programs by implementing a planned program of activities within the framework of continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), VON philosophy, policies and procedures, standards, and applicable legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the development of the service plan for each client attending the Adult Day Program.
• Implements, evaluates and revises service plans on an ongoing basis in collaboration with the family/caregivers and internal team.
• Collaborates with the Recreational Therapist and/or Program Coordinator in planning and implementing social and recreational programs.
• Participates in group activities to stimulate mobility, language, reminiscing, group identity, and listening skills of clients.
• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as required (toileting, personal hygiene, medication assistance).
• Collaborates with the team to identify risk factors and introduce interventions to minimize and eliminate client incidents.
• Ensures safety and security measures for the client, volunteers, and staff.
• Utilizes volunteers’ talents and expertise within the program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Common Responsibilities:

• Promotes the goals and values of VON and their role as an integrated community care provider.
• Promotes a safe and healthy workplace ensuring workplace conduct and activities are in accordance with the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and compliant with the VON Safety Management System, including all Policies, Safe Work Practices, and Procedures.
• Abides by all VON policies and work practices.
• Abides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations, and practices and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place within their role.
• Works in collaboration with other staff in a team approach to service delivery.

External and Internal Relationships:

• Collaboration with Program Coordinator, Recreation Therapist, RPN, Supervisor, and Manager.

Education, Designations and Experience:

• Diploma or Certificate from a Community College level program or equivalent in health care, social science, or recreation with an emphasis on Gerontology.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and Food Handler’s certificates required.
• Certification with GPA, Montessori an asset.
• 1-2 years of recent experience in Adult Day Services or working with groups of clients is an asset.
• Experience in working with adults, especially individuals (and their caregivers), with Alzheimer disease and other cognitive impairments and/or physical disabilities in a social setting a requirement.

Skill Requirements:

• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good observational skills related to client functioning abilities.
• Awareness of community resources.
• Ability to take direction, as well as to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Other:

• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.
• Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.