Certified Activity Aide-Casual

130010 Axium Extendicare LTC LP; Canada; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking an Activity Aide to plan and lead recreation programs for residents in our Canadian long-term care settings. You will coordinate one-to-one, self-directed and group activities based on assessed needs, and support residents during programs and meals.

The role emphasizes strong communication, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure enriching activities and well-being for residents.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies or therapeutic recreation preferred.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and excellent organization and documentation.
• Knowledge of Point Click Care and Activity Pro; MS Word/Excel preferred.
• Experience in one-one/group program planning and evaluation with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, lead and evaluate one-to-one, self-directed and group recreation programs based on assessed needs, abilities and interests of residents.
• Set up activity area and transport residents to programs and meals.
• Monitor resident behaviour and report changes to the Resident Program Manager and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Maintain program and resident records and departmental communications per policy (attendance, progress notes, assessments, reviews).
• Work cooperatively with Programs Department staff, volunteers and multi-disciplinary team to meet resident needs.
• Perform other departmental tasks as required by the Resident Program Manager.

Skills

Program planning & evaluation

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Independent time management

Flexibility & energy

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies or therapeutic recreation

Tools

Point Click Care

Activity Pro

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description ACTIVITY AIDE

The incumbent will report to the Resident Program Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, implement/facilitate/lead and evaluate one to one, self-directed and group recreation programs based on assessed needs, abilities and interests of residents (social/physical/intellectual/emotional/spiritual).
• Perform other departmental tasks as required or as assigned by the Resident Program Manager.
• Set up and clean activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs and meals.
• Monitor the behaviour and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Resident Program Manager and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Maintain program and resident records and departmental communications including daily attendance, multi-disciplinary progress notes, resident assessment, quarterly/annual reviews as well as program audits as per department policy.
• Work cooperatively with Programs Department staff, volunteers as well as all multi-disciplinary team members to meet resident needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies or therapeutic recreation preferred. Will also consider kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university or enrolled in same. If enrolled, must complete education program within 3 years of hire date.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), as well as excellent leadership/organization and documentation skills.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience with Point Click Care and Activity Pro and Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel) preferred.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one/group program planning, implementation, and evaluation with a diverse population.
• Flexible, energetic, detail oriented, able to work independently and ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to plan, implement, evaluate new ideas, resident programs and volunteer initiatives.

Time Type: Part time

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail]. We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Our Values We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.