Activity Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Parksville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents through engaging activities and socialization programs. As an Activity Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting residents' well-being by facilitating meaningful interactions and providing personal care assistance. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a collaborative interdisciplinary team while ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply and be part of a team that values compassion and community support.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 and an Activity Assistant Program.
• 2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Capability

Teaching Ability

Equipment Operation

Education

Grade 10

Activity Assistant Program

Tools

Lift Equipped Van

Job description

Trillium Lodge - Parksville, BC V9P 2G9 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Trillium Lodge Activities

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time: As required

Days Off: Rotating

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $29.83 - $29.83

Paid FTE: N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: N/A

Planned Start Date: Mar. 17 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check): Yes

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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, 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 providing personal care assistance for resident/client participants as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 and completion of a recognised 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.
• Operate related equipment, such as a 11-25 passenger, lift equipped van.