Recreation Aide

Summerland Seniors Village; Summerland; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Summerland Seniors Village in Summerland, BC is seeking a Recreation Aide for part-time temporary long-term care. The role reports to the Therapeutic Recreation Manager and supports activity planning to meet residents' holistic needs while upholding dignity and rights.

Hours are Tue, Wed, Thu 8:30am-1:30pm with a 3-on/4-off rotation. Ideal candidates have Grade 12, a Recreation Diploma (or Health Care Aide with Recreation Certificate) and experience with seniors.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work with seniors in a care setting.
• Previous recreation/activities experience preferred.
• Dementia course and related certificates are assets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating activity programs.
• Maintain monthly calendars and newsletters for residents and families.
• Coordinate in-house programs with external groups and volunteers.
• Provide guidance and portering support to residents to activities.
• Uphold safety, infection control and documentation procedures.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Education

Grade 12 Education

Two-year Recreation Diploma

Health Care Aide with Recreation Certificate

Tools

Word

Publisher

Outlook

Job description

Summerland Seniors Village, Summerland, BC, CA

5 days ago Requisition ID: 2184

Salary Range: $31.64 To $31.64 Hourly

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: Part-Time Temporary - Long Term Care (Summerland Seniors Village - Summerland, BC)

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8:30am-1:30pm – 3 on and 4 off rotation

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
• 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.
• Valid Class 4 (Unrestricted) BC Driver’s License.