Meaningful Activities Coordinator – Senior Living

EXTENDICARE; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Meaningful work

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Extendicare's Arbour Heights in Kingston is seeking a Recreation Aide for casual, part-time roles. Reporting to the Recreation Manager, you will help plan, organize and run meaningful programs for residents, in collaboration with staff.

Qualifications include a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication, and a willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology, or equivalent.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement meaningful programs for residents with Recreation Manager.
• Maintain department records including assessments and activity evaluations.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, volunteers and staff.
• Attend in-service education to stay updated on elder care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan resident-focused activities.
• Facilitate scheduled and pre-arranged resident outings.
• Assist with residents' activity level assessments.
• Prepare, carry out and evaluate daily activities.
• Assist with meal services as required.
• Maintain trust with residents and uphold ethics and integrity.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience working with seniors

Energetic and compassionate

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies or Gerontology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Extendicare's Arbour Heights in Kingston is seeking a Recreation Aide for casual, part-time roles. Reporting to the Recreation Manager, you will help plan, organize and run meaningful programs for residents, in collaboration with staff.

Qualifications include a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication, and a willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.