Certified Senior Activity & Recreation Aide

122007 Land O'Lakes Community Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Pine Meadow Nursing Home is seeking a Certified Resident Programs Aide (Casual) to support resident activity programs and foster a safe, engaging environment for residents and staff. Reporting to the Resident Programs Manager, you will provide high-quality care while maintaining safety and well-being.

The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating activation programs for geriatric residents, including those with cognitive impairment, under supervisor guidance.

Qualifications

• Proof of successful completion of an approved Recreation and Leisure Services /Gerontology Diploma or Degree program required.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one/group program planning, care planning, resident assessments, implementation and evaluation for geriatric population especially those cognitively impaired.
• Compassion, professionalism, and respect.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, evaluate, develop and revise both individual and group activation programs based on assessed needs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
• Set up and clean activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs.
• Monitor the behavior and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy.
• Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.

Skills

Program planning

Care planning

Resident assessments

Geriatric care

Group activation

Education

Recreation and Leisure Services /Gerontology Diploma or Degree

Job description

Pine Meadow Nursing Home is seeking a Certified Resident Programs Aide (Casual) to support resident activity programs and foster a safe, engaging environment for residents and staff. Reporting to the Resident Programs Manager, you will provide high-quality care while maintaining safety and well-being.

The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating activation programs for geriatric residents, including those with cognitive impairment, under supervisor guidance.