Certified Activity Aide-Casual

Extendicare; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a Casual Part-Time Certified Activity Aide to plan, implement, and evaluate activation programs for residents in our Toronto-area long-term care homes. The role involves coordinating activities, transporting residents, and maintaining accurate records under supervision.

Applicants must have a valid Activation/Gerontology Diploma or Degree and demonstrate strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping abilities.
• Experience in one-on-one/group program planning and evaluation.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate activation programs for individuals and groups.
• Set up and transport residents to activities and monitor during programs.
• Report significant changes to supervisor and nursing staff.
• Contribute to development and revision of programs under supervision.
• Maintain program and resident records per policy.
• Communicate resident participation to registered staff.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet resident needs.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Documentation skills

Time management

Independent work

Education

Activation/Gerontology Diploma or Degree

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. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

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.