Certified Activity Aide-Casual

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Canada; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a Casual Part-Time Certified Activity Aide to support activity programs for residents in Canada. Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and evaluating individual and group activation activities, coordinating transport, and reporting changes to nursing staff.

The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to care plans within our long-term care setting. The position requires an Activation/Gerontology Diploma and strong communication and documentation abilities.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an Activation/Gerontology diploma or degree program.
• Strong written and verbal communication, plus excellent documentation skills.
• Experience planning and evaluating individual and group activity programs for both well and cognitively impaired residents.
• Experience with care planning and resident assessments.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate activation programs for individuals and groups.
• Set up activity areas, transport residents, and monitor during programs; report changes to supervisors.
• Assist in developing and revising programs under supervision.
• Maintain resident records and communicate participation to staff.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet resident needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Program planning

Care planning

Geriatric care

Education

Activation/Gerontology Diploma

Job description

Job Description Position: Casual Part-Time Certified Activity Aide - 0 Hr. Bi-Weekly

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, implement and evaluate both individual and group activation program based on assessed needs and as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Set up and clean activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs. Monitor the behaviour and condition of residents during programs, and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Participate in development and revision of programs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.
• Work cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• ** Proof of successful completion of an approved Activation/Gerontology Diploma or Degree program required ONLY. **
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one/group program planning, implementation and evaluation for both well and the cognitively impaired.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in care planning and resident assessments.
• Ability to work independently and ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to plan, implement, evaluate new ideas, resident programs and volunteer initiatives.
• Knowledge and/or experience in working with the geriatric population especially those with cognitive impairments.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills.

Ontario, Extendicare, ParaMed Home Health Care and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the individual noted in the posting.

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.