Part-Time Recreation Aide, Senior Living Activities

Retirement Concepts; Summerland; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is seeking a Part-Time Temporary Recreation Aide for the Summerland Seniors Village in Summerland, BC. The role supports planning and delivering engaging programs for residents and coordinates activity calendars.

Responsibilities include assisting with program development, promoting events, and ensuring resident safety; prior senior-care exposure is preferred, with required First Aid and Serving It Right certifications. A strong team focus is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required; a two-year recreation diploma or equivalent is preferred, or a Health Care Aide with recreation/certificate.
• Experience in a senior-focused environment is an asset; dementia training is an asset.
• Valid First Aid Level 1 and Serving It Right certifications are required or assets.
• Food Safe Level 1 is an asset; vulnerable sector check is required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs; ability to read/write/speak English; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating activity programs for residents.
• Support collaboration with the Therapeutic Recreation Manager and staff.
• Promote recreation activities, outings, crafts and social events.
• Prepare monthly calendars and newsletters of programs and services.
• Coordinate external groups for in-house programs and assist with portering.
• Observe and report changes in residents to supervisors or nurses.
• Maintain safe environment and follow infection control procedures.
• Document activities per policy and participate in staff orientation.
• Assist with volunteer guidance/evaluation and maintain records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

Grade 12 Education

Recreation Diploma or Health Care Aide with Recreation Certificate

Dementia course

First Aid Level 1

Serving It Right

Food Safe Level 1

Job description

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is seeking a Part-Time Temporary Recreation Aide for the Summerland Seniors Village in Summerland, BC. The role supports planning and delivering engaging programs for residents and coordinates activity calendars.

Responsibilities include assisting with program development, promoting events, and ensuring resident safety; prior senior-care exposure is preferred, with required First Aid and Serving It Right certifications. A strong team focus is essential.