Recreation Aide

Retirement Concepts; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Retirement Concepts is seeking a Recreation Aide to plan, implement and evaluate activity programs for residents in a senior living setting. This role helps sustain residents’ wellbeing by coordinating outings, crafts, games and social events while ensuring respect and dignity.

The successful candidate will assist with calendars, newsletters and program evaluations, support volunteers, and help maintain a safe, clean environment following infection-control procedures.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• A two-year Recreation or equivalent Diploma is required; or a Health Care Aide with a Recreation/Activity Certificate.
• Dementia course is an asset; Serving It Right Certificate is required; Food Safe Level 1 is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating activity programs for residents.
• Maintain monthly calendars and newsletters for programs and services.
• Coordinate external groups for in-house programs.
• Provide support for residents to participate in activities and assist with transport as needed.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and infection control in activity spaces.
• Document observations and report changes to supervisor or nurse.
• Participate in orientation, meetings and training sessions.
• Maintain records using Activity Pro or Point Click Care.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12 education

Recreation Diploma (2-year)

Health Care Aide with Recreation Certificate

Tools

Word/Publisher/Outlook

Job description

This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

About Us

At West Coast SeniorsHousing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equallycommitted to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging workenvironment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in thegrowth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation ofmemories and moments that matter to our residents.

Aboutthe Role

The Recreation Aide reports to the Therapeutic Recreation Manager/ RecreationManager or designate. This role assists in planning, implementing andevaluating activity programs to meet the holistic needs and interests of personsserved, while maintaining the rights of residents and ensuring they are treatedwith respect and dignity.

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to;

• Bean engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professionalrelationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture andpurpose.
• Assistsin the development of recreation and leisure services including programresearch development, implementation and evaluation.
• Promotes,publicizes and carries out established recreation programs such as outings,exercises, crafts, social events, entertainment, games.
• Assistsin the completion and posting of monthly calendars and newsletters outliningprograms and services available to residents/tenants and families.
• Coordinatesexternal groups to provide in-house programs.
• Assistsresidents and provide portering to and from programs as required
• Observes, documents and reportsany changes in residents to the supervisor and/or nurse.
• Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through:
  • accident prevention,
  • knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations,
  • thesafe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs are necessary,and
  • Utilizinginfection control procedures
• Maintains appropriatedocumentation as per policy and procedures, confidentiality and security.
• Actively participates inorientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees andeducational in-services.
• Assistsin the maintenance of statistical records using programs such as Activity Pro,Point Click Care, etc.
• Assists with orientation of newresidents and encourages residents to participate or volunteer in their owncommunity.
• Provides guidance, assistance andsupport to volunteers, while assists in the evaluation of volunteers.
• Performsother related duties as required.

Qualifications& Skills:

• Grade12 Education
• A two-yearRecreation or equivalent Diploma; or at a minimum a Health Care Aide with aRecreation/Activity Certificate.
• Previousexperience in a senior's focused environment an asset.
• Dementiacourse an asset.
• Serving It Right Certificate.
• Food Safe Level 1 Certificate an asset
• Valid Class 4 (Unrestricted) BC Driver's License.
• All successful applicants mustpass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincialguidelines.
• Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Good interpersonal andorganizational skills.
• Basiccomputer skills including Word, Publisher, and Outlook.