Part Time Recreation Aide

Revera Inc.; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in St. Albert, AB is seeking a Part-Time Recreation Aide to assist in planning, organizing and delivering engaging programs for residents.

Reporting to the Active Living Manager, the role supports activities, outings and meal services, while maintaining records and ensuring strong communication with residents, families and staff. A college diploma in recreation or gerontology and prior experience with seniors are preferred, with a compassionate, energetic approach to elder

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for residents.
• Maintain department records including assessments and evaluations of activities.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, volunteers and staff.
• Attend in-service education and participate in team meetings.
• Facilitate residents' scheduled outings and assess activity levels.
• Prepare, carry out and evaluate daily activities; assist with meal services as required.
• Work in a role of trust with vulnerable adults and uphold organizational ethics.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

College diploma in Recreation/Leisure Studies/Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Part Time Recreation AideApply: River Ridge - 78C McKenney Avenue, St Albert, AB T8N 7M3: Part time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R17648Cogir 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.Schedule:Week 1: Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun,Week 2: Thurs, Fri mix of days and evenings**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.*