Activity Assistant

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Activity Assistant to join their team. This role focuses on enhancing the lives of residents through activation and socialization programs while providing essential personal care. With a commitment to safety and quality, the successful candidate will work closely with an interdisciplinary team under the guidance of senior staff. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector, where your contributions will help improve the quality of life for clients. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the required skills, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education and completion of a recognized Activity Assistant Program.
• Two years of recent, related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to deal effectively with others

Physical ability to perform duties

Teaching skills

Organizational skills

Ability to operate related equipment

Education

Grade 10 education

Completion of a recognized Activity Assistant Program

Job description

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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 supervision of a senior staff member and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team, the Activity Assistant assists with activation and socialization programs for residents/clients and provides personal care assistance as needed.

Qualifications:

• Grade 10 education 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:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Teaching skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment, such as a passenger van equipped with a lift.

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Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Administrative
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care