[B] Recreation Aide-Casual-Arbutus Care Centre

AgeCare Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused senior care provider in Vancouver is seeking a part-time Recreation Aide. The role involves planning and implementing engaging activities for residents, maintaining care records, and ensuring effective communication with residents and families. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Recreation or related fields and experience with the elderly. Competitive wage of $29.83 per hour offered.

Qualifications

• College diploma required in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology.
• Previous experience working with seniors is mandatory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing programs for residents.
• Maintain department records including assessments and evaluations.
• Facilitate resident outings and assess individual activity levels.

Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Experience with Seniors

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Job description

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B] Recreation Aide-Casual-Arbutus Care Centre

Apply locations Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada time type Part time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R25_05196

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity :

The Recreation Aide assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates residents regarding recreation therapy.The Recreation Aide will be assigned duties reflective of his / her level of education, preparation, demonstrated skill level, AgeCare policies and procedures and the Collaborative Care Model.

What You Will Do :

• Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Recreation Manager & Executive Director;
• Assists with the maintenance of appropriate department records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing individual participation, charting;
• Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events;
• Attends in-service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly;
• Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents' interest in mind;
• Facilitating residents to scheduled and pre-arranged outings;
• Assisting with assessment of individual resident activity levels;
• Preparing, carrying out and evaluating daily activities;
• Assisting with meal services as required;
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need :

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required;

Previous experience working with seniors;

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);

Excellent oral and written communication skills;

An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly;

Valid provincial driver's license to transport residents by van (i.e. : Class 4; Class F).

Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Wage Levelling Salary : $29.83 per hour

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!

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