Activity Aide, Adult Day Program - Temporary, Full-time

VON Canada; Espanola; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation reconnue pour son engagement envers les soins communautaires recherche un Activity Aide pour le programme de jour. Vous fournirez un soutien de qualité aux individus, travaillant en collaboration avec des équipes interdisciplinaires pour améliorer la qualité de vie des clients. Ce rôle exige d'assister les clients dans leurs activités quotidiennes et de participer à l'élaboration des programmes récréatifs.

Qualifications

• Diplôme en santé, sciences sociales ou loisirs souhaité.
• Expérience avec Alzheimer ou déficiences physiques en milieu social.
• Compétences en communication essentielles.

Responsibilities

• Contribue à la création de plans de service pour les clients.
• Participe à des activités sociales pour stimuler les compétences des clients.
• Assiste les clients avec les activités de la vie quotidienne.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Independence

Education

Diploma or Certificate from a Community College level program or equivalent in health care, social science or recreation

Current First Aid and CPR and Food Handler’s certificates

Job description

Requisition Details: u00A0 Employment Status: Temporary, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: Adult Day Program Number of Bi-Weekly Hours: 75
Work Schedule: Days Anticipated End Date: October 2025
On Call:u00A0No
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.u00A0 u00A0 Job Summary:

The Activity Aide provides quality support and care for individuals attending the Adult Day Programs by implementing planned program of activities within the framework of continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), VON philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and applicable legislation. u00A0 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. u00A0
• 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, u00A0u00A0u00A0medication assistance.u00A0
• Collaborates with the team to identify risk factors and introduce interventions to minimize and eliminate client incidents.u00A0
• Ensures safety and security measures for the client, volunteers and staff.
• Utilizes volunteersu2019 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 provideru00A0
• 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 Proceduresu00A0
• Abides by all VON policies and work practicesu00A0
• Abides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations and practices and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place within their roleu00A0
• Works in collaboration with other staff in a team approach to service deliveryu00A0

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 and CPR and Food Handleru2019s 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 driveru2019s license and proof of vehicle insuranceu00A0
• 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. u00A0 Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants):u00A0If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). u00A0If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at itsu2019 discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.

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