ACTIVITY WORKER II

Northern Health; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental coverage

Municipal pension plan

Four weeks vacation after one year

Moving expense support

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development

Outdoor activities access

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Northern Health in Fort St. John seeks an Activity Worker to deliver established recreation programs within a client-and-family-centred care model. You will join a multidisciplinary team under supervision to support patients and residents with engaging activities and leisure opportunities.

Typical shifts run days 08:30 to 14:45 with occasional weekends or evenings for special events, and you will need Grade 12 and a recreation course plus a Class 4 license to apply.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and completion of recognized recreation course(s).
• Two years’ recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid Class 4 vehicle license.

Responsibilities

• Carry out an established activity/recreation/leisure program as directed.
• Work within a client and family centred model of care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with planning and delivering activities and events.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organize work

Physical ability

Operate equipment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12

Recreation course

Tools

Class 4 license

Job description

Position Summary

Are you looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Recreational Therapy department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Activity Worker is a member of the multidisciplinary team within a client and family centered model of care and is responsible for carrying out an established activity/recreation/leisure program as directed.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Days, 08:30 to 14:45 (rotating)

There may be weekends and evenings required for special events

Qualfications

• Grade 12, plus completion of recognized recreation course(s)
• Two year’s recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid class 4 vehicle license.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Peace Villa

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort St. John

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.