Life, Learning and Leisure Activity Aid - Westview Calgary Alberta, CAN View Job

Tenaquip NIS Limited.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits included

Job summary

Silvera is seeking a Life, Learning and Leisure (LLL) Activity Aide at Westview to support resident engagement across three pillars—Artist, Scholar, and Athlete. You will assist with daily programs, outings and events, encouraging participation while helping maintain a welcoming, safe, and vibrant community.

Part-time role (24 hours/week) with weekend shifts and some weekday coverage. Must have experience with seniors, strong communication, and the ability to adapt activities for varying

Qualifications

• Experience working with seniors in housing, supportive living, or community recreation settings.
• Knowledge of needs of older adults (physical, cognitive, social, emotional).
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering daily programs and activities across three pillars: artist, scholar, and athlete.
• Support residents in participating in activities with encouragement and guidance.
• Set up and take down equipment, organize supplies, and arrange spaces for events.
• Support special events, outings, and community gatherings.
• Build positive relationships and encourage resident participation.
• Adapt activities to meet mobility or cognitive needs and track attendance.

Skills

Seniors care

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Professional Development

Life, Learning and Leisure Activity Aid - Westview

Overview

The Life, Learning and Leisure (LLL) Activity Aide supports the consistent delivery of resident engagement programming across Silvera communities by assisting with activities, events and outings, encouraging resident participation and providing coverage during staff absences. This role helps ensure continuity of LLL programming while contributing to a welcoming, safe, and vibrant community environment that supports residents’ physical, cognitive, social and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of daily programs and activities within the three program pillars: Silvera Artist, Silvera Scholar and Silvera Athlete - including fitness, cognitive programs, social activities, and educational sessions.
• Support residents in participating in activities by providing encouragement, guidance and assistance as needed.
• Help set up and take down equipment, organize supplies and make room arrangements for activities and events.
• Support special events, seasonal celebrations, and community gatherings.
• Assist with resident outings.
• Build positive relationships with residents and support their participation in programs.
• Provide support to residents who may require additional encouragement or assistance to participate in activities.
• Assist in adapting activities to meet the needs of residents living with mobility limitations or cognitive changes.
• Assist with tracking attendance and participation in programs.
• Help maintain the inventory of activity supplies and equipment.
• Assist with documentation related to programming as required.
• Assist with coordinating and supporting volunteers participating in the three key areas of volunteer engagement: Silvera Care Days, Silvera Bike Program and Silvera Strive.
• Help orient volunteers to activities and resident needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with seniors or in seniors housing, supportive living, or community recreation programs.
• Knowledge of the physical, social, and emotional needs of older adults.
• Understanding of dementia and cognitive decline considered an asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport with older adults and encourage participation.
• Compassion, patience, and a positive attitude.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt programs to meet varying resident abilities.

Part-time

Work Conditions

• Interaction with residents who may have mobility challenges, cognitive impairment, or chronic health conditions.
• Must have valid drivers’ license and access to a reliable vehicle, as travel between Silvera communities is required.
• Work within different environments, both within a primary location as well as alternate locations.
• Be flexible and able to respond to a variety of changing duties and work routines, on occasion work under somewhat stressful situations.

HOURS OF WORK

• This is a part-time position working 24 hours per week. Hours and scheduling may be adjusted based on program needs.
• 8-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays
• 4-hour shifts on Tuesdays and Fridays
• Benefits included

A personal cell phone is required to perform the duties of this position.