Geriatric Activity Programs Aide

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare Oshawa is seeking a Resident Programs Aide to support engaging activities for residents at 82 Park Road North. You will help plan, implement, and evaluate activation programmes that meet assessed needs while maintaining a safe environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Recreation and Leisure Services or Gerontology diploma/degree with experience in geriatric populations, including cognitive impairment. This part-time role offers mentorship and career growth within Extendicare.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-on-one/group programme planning, care planning, resident assessments, implementation, and evaluation for geriatric population especially those cognitively impaired.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Program planning

Geriatrics care

Resident assessments

Group activities

Education

Recreation and Leisure Services / Gerontology Diploma or Degree

Job description

Extendicare Oshawa is seeking a Resident Programs Aide to support engaging activities for residents at 82 Park Road North. You will help plan, implement, and evaluate activation programmes that meet assessed needs while maintaining a safe environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Recreation and Leisure Services or Gerontology diploma/degree with experience in geriatric populations, including cognitive impairment. This part-time role offers mentorship and career growth within Extendicare.