Life Enrichment Aide - Full Time

Alexander Place; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Referral bonus

Tuition assistance

Career development

Awards program

Employee discounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Jarlette Health Services' Life Enrichment Aide at Alexander Place in Waterdown, Ontario, is sought to implement and communicate a schedule of recreation and social activities for residents across days, evenings and weekends. Programs are tailored to resident interests and abilities with input from families.

You will contribute to resident care plans, promote independence and well-being, and stay current with best practices in activity programming while ensuring safety and effective communication

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or related field is an asset.
• Enrolled in a diploma or degree program in recreation-related field per provincial requirements.
• Experience in another recreational or social programming capacity is an asset.
• Experience in geriatric rehabilitation or long-term care is an asset.
• Active interest in ongoing education.
• Flexible, innovative and creative.
• Must be computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Implements and communicates a schedule of activities for residents.
• Assesses resident interests and abilities and incorporates input from residents and families.
• Contributes to resident care plans and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Ongoing education interest

Communication with residents/families

Education

Post-secondary diploma/degree in recreation-related field

Enrolled in diploma/degree program in recreation-related field

Job description

Life Enrichment Aide

Status: Full Time

Location: On site at 329 Parkside Dr, Waterdown, 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.

Alexander Place is a fully accredited long term care home in Waterdown, Ontario and serves 128 residents. It is a growing, predominantly residential community within the city of Hamilton and approximately 60 km west from downtown Toronto. The community is known for its natural beauty, and numerous wetland trails, alongside local amenities like unique shops, diverse restaurants, and community events.

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.

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