Activity Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Summit Long-term Care Unit within Vancouver Island Health Authority in Victoria, BC is hiring a casual Activity Worker. Under supervision, you will assist with activation and socialization programs for residents and provide personal care assistance as needed.

Qualifications include Grade 10, completion of Activity Assistant Program, two years of related experience or equivalent, BC Class IV driver’s license, and registration with the BC Care Aide registry.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 and completion of a recognised Activity Assistant Program, plus two years of recent related experience or equivalent.
• Valid BC Class IV driver's licence (unrestricted).
• Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activation and socialization programs for residents/clients.
• Provide personal care assistance for resident/client participants as required.
• Cover vacation and leaves for the Summit Long-term Care Unit.

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Teaching

Vehicle operation

Education

Grade 10 and Activity Assistant Program

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

The Summit

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:00-16:00 ; 12:00-20:00 ; As Required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.64 - $31.64

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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). Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.

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.

This casual Activity Worker position is for the Summit Long-term Care Unit. You would provide coverage for vacation and leaves as needed.