Certified Activity Aide - Casual - Starwood

Extendicare; Canada; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Career growth

Meaningful work

Employee Family Assistance Program

Benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking an energetic Activity Aide to help plan, organize and implement meaningful programs for residents in our Canadian long-term care settings. You will assist with outings, activity assessments and daily activities, while maintaining records and contributing to a compassionate, team-oriented environment.

You should have a college diploma in Recreation or related field, plus experience with seniors, strong communication skills and proficiency in Office and care software.

Qualifications

• 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) & other computer applications such as PointClickCare, ActivityPro.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.
• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check (Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
• Minimum availability of 4 shifts per month (days 8AM-4PM and/or evenings 12PM-8PM).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organization and implementation of meaningful recreational programs with residents.
• Maintain department records including assessments, evaluations and participation charts.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, volunteers and staff about events.
• Attend in-service education to stay updated on elderly care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan resident-centered activities.
• Facilitate scheduled and pre-arranged outings for residents.
• Assist with resident activity level assessments and daily activity delivery.
• Assist with meal services as required.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults and uphold code of conduct.

Skills

Communication

Energetic and compassionate

Team collaboration

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

PointClickCare

ActivityPro

Job description

Job Description Mission:

The Activity Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful recreational programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Recreation Manager;
• 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 Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 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) & other computer applications i.e. PointClickCare, ActivityPro, etc
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
• Minimum availability of 4 shifts each month - days(8AM to 4PM) and/or evenings (12PM to 8PM) is required

What Extendicare has to offer:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

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 a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada.

Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$24.03 - $25.62

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.

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 operates 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.