Recreation Aide

Retirement Concepts; Parksville; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

West Coast Seniors Housing Management seeks a Casual Recreation Aide for Stanford Seniors Village in Parksville, BC. You will help plan, implement and evaluate activity programs, ensuring residents’ rights and dignity are upheld while fostering a warm, engaging community.

You will report to the Therapeutic Recreation Manager, assist with calendars, coordinate in-house and external programs, support volunteers and ensure a safe, respectful environment for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education completed.
• Two-year Recreation or equivalent Diploma, or HC Aide with Recreation/Activity Certificate.
• Experience in a senior-focused environment is an asset.
• Dementia course is an asset.
• First Aid/Serving It Right/food safety certificates are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing professional relationships.
• Assist in development, implementation and evaluation of recreation programs.
• Promote and carry out established recreation programs and events.
• Prepare monthly calendars and newsletters outlining programs.
• Coordinate external groups for in-house programs.
• Assist residents with program participation and portering as needed.
• Observe and report changes in residents to supervisor/nurse.
• Maintain safety, emergency procedures and infection control practices.
• Document activities and assist with volunteer guidance and evaluation.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

Grade 12 Education

Two-year Recreation diploma

Health Care Aide with Recreation/Activity Certificate

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.

Position: Casual Recreation Aide (Stanford Seniors Village - Parksville, BC)

About Us

At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About The Role

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

Responsibilities

• Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
• Assists in the development of recreation and leisure services including program research development, implementation and evaluation.
• Promotes, publicizes and carries out established recreation programs such as outings, exercises, crafts, social events, entertainment, games.
• Assists in the completion and posting of monthly calendars and newsletters outlining programs and services available to residents/tenants and families.
• Coordinates external groups to provide in-house programs.
• Assists residents and provide portering to and from programs as required
• Observes, documents and reports any 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,
• the safe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs are necessary, and
• Utilizing infection control procedures
• Maintains appropriate documentation as per policy and procedures, confidentiality and security.
• Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
• Assists in the maintenance of statistical records using programs such as Activity Pro, Point Click Care, etc.
• Assists with orientation of new residents and encourages residents to participate or volunteer in their own community.
• Provides guidance, assistance and support to volunteers, while assists in the evaluation of volunteers.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Grade 12 Education
• A two-year Recreation or equivalent Diploma; or at a minimum a Health Care Aide with a Recreation/Activity Certificate.
• Previous experience in a senior’s focused environment an asset.
• Dementia course an asset.
• Valid First Aid Level 1 Certification.
• Serving It Right Certificate.
• Food Safe Level 1 Certificate an asset
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
• 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 and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Publisher, and Outlook.

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is an equal opportunity employer.