Part Time Recreation Aide

Revera Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living seeks a Part-time Recreation Aide in Calgary to assist in planning and delivering engaging programs for residents. You'll help with assessments, record-keeping, and coordinating outings, while communicating with families and staff to ensure meaningful activity planning.

You will participate in education sessions, work closely with the Active Living Manager, and contribute to a compassionate, ethical care environment that respects residents' needs and dignity.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, or Gerontology or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with seniors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.
• Valid provincial driver's license to transport residents (Class 4 or F).
• Current Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for residents with supervision.
• Maintain department records including assessments and participation charts.
• Communicate with residents, families, volunteers and staff about events.
• Attend in-service education to stay updated on elder care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan resident-centered activities.
• Facilitate outings to scheduled and pre-arranged events.
• Assess individual resident activity levels and needs.
• Prepare, carry out and evaluate daily activities.
• Assist with meal services as required.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults.
• Uphold the organization's ethics and integrity values.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Part Time Recreation AideApply: Evergreen - 2220 - 162nd Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2Y 5E3: Part time: Posted Today: R17835Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.**Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence**We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!Reporting to the Active Living Manager, the Active Living Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents. **Key Responsibilities*** Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;* Assists with the maintenance of appropriate department records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing individual participation, charting;* Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events;* Attends in-service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly;* Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents' interest in mind;* Facilitating residents to scheduled and pre-arranged outings;* Assisting with assessment of individual resident activity levels;* Preparing, carrying out and evaluating daily activities;* Assisting with meal services as required;* Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);* Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;* Complete other duties as assigned.**Qualifications*** College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required;* Previous experience working with seniors;* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);* Excellent oral and written communication skills;* An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly;* Valid provincial driver's license to transport residents by van (i.e.: Class 4; Class F);* Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.*Cogir* *is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.*