Life Enrichment Aide

Jarlette Health Services; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Pension program with matched employer

Referral bonus

Tuition assistance and career growth

Awards and recognition programs

Staff discounts and travel perks

Inclusive culture with diverse team

Job summary

Jarlette Health Services in Orillia, ON is seeking a Life Enrichment Aide to implement and communicate a schedule of activities for residents, days, evenings and weekends. You will assess resident interests and contribute to care plans while promoting independence and well-being.

Reporting to the Life Enrichment Coordinator, you’ll collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, adhere to health and safety regulations, and help maintain a welcoming, inclusive environment across our

Qualifications

• Diploma in recreation or related field is an asset.
• Enrolled in a related diploma/degree program per regulatory requirements.
• Experience in geriatric rehabilitation or long-term care is an asset.
• Ability to stay engaged in ongoing education and training.

Responsibilities

• Implements and communicates a schedule of activities for residents.
• Assesses resident interests and abilities; involves families when appropriate.
• Contributes to resident care plans and promotes independence and well‑being.
• Ensures resident safety and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Active education interest

Creativity

Computer literacy

Education

Diploma in recreation or related field

Job description

Life Enrichment Aide

Status: Permanent Full Time

Location: On site at 25 Museum Dr, Orillia, ON

Existing Vacancy

Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 55 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.

Leacock Care Centre is a fully accredited long term care home in Orillia, Ontario and serves 145 residents. The community is approximately 30 km north-east of Barrie and is known for outdoor recreation, history, culture and lakeside living. Commonly known as the Sunshine City, Orillia boasts extensive waterfront trails and parks, a thriving arts and culture scene and a charming historic downtown teeming with excellent shopping and dining choices.

Join our team as a Life Enrichment Aide!

Reporting to the Life Enrichment Coordinator, the Life Enrichment Aide implements and communicates to all residents and families a schedule of recreation and social activities that are offered during days, evenings and weekends. This involves assessing resident interests and abilities and incorporating resident and family input. This role also contributes to resident care plans, quality improvement initiatives, the promotion of resident independence and well-being, and staying current with best practices in activity programming. The Life Enrichment Aide must also ensure resident safety by adhering to all health and safety legislation (such as the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act) and maintain effective communication with the interdisciplinary team and residents' families.

We are looking for the following qualifications and traits:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from a community college or university is an asset; or
• Are enrolled in a community college or university in a diploma or degree program in such a field as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, ss. 79 and Ontario Regulation ss. 73/22 (1); or
• Experience in another recreational or social programming capacity that would provide the related skills, knowledge and experience required to fulfill the role.
• Experience in Geriatric rehabilitation or Long-Term Care is an asset
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education
• Must be flexible, innovative and creative
• Must be computer literate

Our offer to you may include:

• Competitive Health, Welfare and Dental Benefits
• Pension program where we match contributions and invest in your future
• Referral bonus
• Individualized assistance with tuition and further education
• Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career
• Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events
• Exclusive discounts on products,services and travel
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs.

Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of vaccination against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, two positive references and, prior to starting at the location, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening.

Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.

All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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