Activity Assistant

Island Health; North Cowichan; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking an Activity Assistant to support activation and socialization programs for residents. The role involves providing personal care assistance and requires a Grade 10 education along with completion of an Activity Assistant Program. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with the ability to operate related equipment.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 and completion of a recognized Activity Assistant Program.
• Two years of recent, related experience or equivalent combination.
• Valid BC Class IV driver's license (unrestricted).

Responsibilities

• Assist with activation and socialization programs for residents/clients.
• Provide personal care assistance as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical capability

Teaching ability

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 10

Activity Assistant Program

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the general supervision of a senior position and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team, the Activity Assistant assists with the provision of activation and socialization programs for residents/clients, and provides personal care assistance for resident/client participants as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 and completion of a recognized Activity Assistant Program, plus two (2) years of recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid BC Class IV driver's license (unrestricted).

Skills And Abilities

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Physically carry out the duties of the position.
• Teach.
• Organize work.
• Operate related equipment, such as an 11-25 passenger, lift-equipped van.

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1338.pdf