Part-Time Resident Programs Facilitator - Social & Wellness

122009 Tendercare Nursing Homes Limited; Canada; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant to assist with planning, preparing, and facilitating recreational and social programs for residents in our long-term care home.

You will encourage participation and promote social engagement, independence, and quality of life. You’ll provide 1:1 and group programming, support events, document participation, and work with the Programs Manager and interdisciplinary team while following IPAC and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparing, and facilitating recreational and social programs for residents.
• Encourage resident participation and promote social engagement, independence, and quality of life.
• Provide 1:1 and group programming based on residents’ interests, abilities, and care needs.
• Set up and clean up program areas and ensure supplies and equipment are ready.
• Assist residents with safe access to programs and provide support during activities.
• Document and track resident participation and program outcomes as required.
• Support special events, outings, celebrations, and other department initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with the Programs Manager and interdisciplinary team.
• Follow all IPAC, health and safety, and organizational policies and procedures.

Job description

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant to assist with planning, preparing, and facilitating recreational and social programs for residents in our long-term care home.

You will encourage participation and promote social engagement, independence, and quality of life. You’ll provide 1:1 and group programming, support events, document participation, and work with the Programs Manager and interdisciplinary team while following IPAC and safety policies.