ASSISTED LIVING ACTIVITY WORKER

Northern Health; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

Municipal pension plan

Three weeks vacation

Employee referral program

Training & leadership development

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Northern Health in Fort St. John is seeking an Activity Worker to enhance the lives of Assisted Living clients with a balanced program of purposeful activities in alignment with policy and procedures.

You will work under the supervision of the Manager or designate, delivering engaging activities in a supportive home-like environment. The role requires graduation from a recognized Long Term Care program or equivalent experience, a valid BC driver's license or access to a vehicle, and the ability

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Long Term Care Program and experience with seniors; or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education, training and experience.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to deal with crisis and to work under stress when crisis occurs.
• Demonstrated ability to assist with planned activities in a professional manner, consistent with established administrative practices, procedures and regulations.

Skills

Independence and teamwork

Crisis management

Activity planning

Physical ability

Education

Long Term Care program grad or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Are you an Activity Worker 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 Home & Community Care - Assisted Living 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 Assisted Living Activity Worker assists in providing a balanced program of purposeful services and activities to Assisted Living clients in accordance with policy and procedures.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Monday to Friday, Days - 08:30 to 16:30

Qualfications

• Graduate of a recognized Long Term Care Program and experience with seniors; or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education, training and experience.
• Valid BC driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to deal with crisis and to work under stress when crisis occurs.
• Demonstrated ability to assist with planned activities in a professional manner, consistent with established administrative practices, procedures and regulations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working

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.
• Three 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.