Recreation / Activity Aide

Pro Vita Care Management Inc.; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A health care provider in the Metro Vancouver area is seeking a Recreation / Activity Aide to assist in organizing therapeutic activities for seniors. The role requires effective communication, certifications in recreation, and prior experience with elderly populations is preferred. The position offers a casual employment status with a competitive hourly wage and various health benefits.

Benefits

Extended Health coverage

Dental care

Group life insurance

Employee and family assistance programs

Talent Management Program

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized institution with a Recreational / Activity Certification or combination of experience / training.
• Valid Class 4 BC driver’s license where applicable.
• Valid Occupational First Aide Level 1 Certificate including CPR 'A'.
• Food Safe Level 1 certification.
• COVID-19 vaccination proof.
• Pass Ministry of Justice Criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Participates in therapeutic recreation programs.
• Teaches activities to residents and volunteers.
• Transfers and ambulates residents to activities.
• Assists residents at meals.
• Provides input into planning recreation programs.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Experience working with seniors

Education

Recreational / Activity Certification

Job description

Recreation / Activity Aide (PV3217)

Location: 1010 Alderson Ave, Coquitlam, BC V3K 1W1

Employment Status: Casual

No. of Vacancies: 2

Closing Date: 29 Nov 2025 PST

Shift(s): Varies, 09:30-17:30

Term of Employment: Casual

Wage

• $29.83 per hour

What we can offer you:

• Extended Health that includes prescription drug coverage, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage, therapy, naturopathy care, osteopathic care, physiotherapy, psychologist care, speech therapy, & more!
• Dental care that includes basic dental, exams, preventative, routine care and dental restorations.
• Group life insurance
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Talent Management Program

Recreation / Activity Aide Must Haves:

• Graduation from a recognized institution with a Recreational / Activity Certification or combination of experience / training.
• Holds and Maintains a Valid Class 4 BC driver’s license, as applicable to care home needs.
• Maintains Valid Occupational First Aide Level 1 Certificate including CPR “A”.
• Maintains Food Safe Level 1.
• Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.
• Passes and complies with Ministry of Justice Criminal record Check upon hire and every 5 years thereafter.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written.

Recreation / Activity Aide Nice to Haves:

• Experience working with seniors is preferred.

Recreation / Activity Aide Responsibilities:

• Participates in the creation, organization and implementation of therapeutic recreation programs such as arts and crafts, exercise, music, woodworking, cooking, baking, gardening, outings and other social programs.
• Teaches, directs and demonstrates activities to residents and volunteers.
• Transfers, porters and ambulates residents to and from activities. Implements ambulation programs as designed / designated by Occupational or Physiotherapy or rehab worker.
• Assists residents at meals, including feeding.
• Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents as required.
• Provides input into planning and evaluating recreation programs by reporting observations and resident feedback to the Recreation Coordinator / Manager.
• Completes recording / statistical sheets on activities including attendance at each activity.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Title Variations:

• Activities Assistant
• Activity Coordinator
• Activities Specialist
• Activity Specialist
• Activities Associate
• Recreation Assistant
• Recreation Coordinator