Activity Aide - Permanent Casual (C) - St. Catharines

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare St. Catharines is seeking an Activity Aide to plan and run activation programs for residents in a long-term care setting. You will set up activities, transport residents, and monitor safety and engagement during sessions.

The role requires a post-secondary qualification in recreation/leisure or gerontology, with experience in senior activities being an asset. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, and the position aligns with a compassionate, resident-focused

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation, leisure, activation studies, or related field; or SSW in Gerontology with relevant recreation courses.
• Experience planning and delivering recreation programs for seniors with physical or cognitive impairments is an asset.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong documentation skills.
• Knowledge of geriatric population and cognitive impairments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, evaluate, and revise individual and group activation programs under supervision.
• Set up and transport residents to programs and maintain activity area.
• Monitor resident behaviour during programs and report changes to staff.
• Maintain program and resident records according to policy.
• Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.

Skills

Recreation program planning

Gerontology knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary diploma in recreation/leisure/activation studies

Degree in Social Service Worker in Gerontology/Music Therapy/Gerontology including recreation courses

Tools

Activity Pro program

PCC Time Type

Job description

Job Description Activity Aide Job Posting #: 091-26

Posting: Permanent Casual 1-75hrs Biweekly (9am - 5pm) & (12:30pm - 8:30pm) Location: Extendicare St. Catharines in St. Catharines Closing Date: Friday, September 4th, 2026 @ Noon

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential.

What you’ll be doing:

• Plan, implement, evaluate, develop and revise both individual and group activation programs based on assessed needs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
• Set up and clean activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs.
• Monitor the behaviour and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy.
• Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.

What you bring:

• Must have a Post‑secondary diploma or degree from an accredited community college or university in recreation, leisure or activation studies or therapeutic recreation, OR a degree or diploma in Social Service Worker in Gerontology ; Music Therapy; or Gerontology that includes at least 3 courses in recreation and leisure or therapeutic recreation.
• Experience providing recreation program planning and implementation with seniors with physical and cognitive impairment is considered an asset.
• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.
• Ability to problem solve, and pivot to meet the needs of the residents and the home.
• Demonstration of planning and creative abilities.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills.
• Knowledge and/or experience in working with the geriatric population especially those with cognitive impairments.
• Knowledge in technology such as Activity Pro program and PCC Time Type

Part time Compensation Details $27.51 - $29.12

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission‑driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity‑deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Our Mission

To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

Our Vision

Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

Our Values

• We embrace every person for the individual they are.
• We care for each person as we would our own family.
• We collaborate with others because we achieve more together.
• We are relentless in our efforts to improve.
• We respect the resources entrusted to us.