Recreation Aide - ADP

Retirement Concepts; Summerland; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is seeking a Part-Time Temporary Recreation Aide for the Summerland Seniors Village in Summerland, BC. The role supports planning and delivering engaging programs for residents and coordinates activity calendars.

Responsibilities include assisting with program development, promoting events, and ensuring resident safety; prior senior-care exposure is preferred, with required First Aid and Serving It Right certifications. A strong team focus is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required; a two-year recreation diploma or equivalent is preferred, or a Health Care Aide with recreation/certificate.
• Experience in a senior-focused environment is an asset; dementia training is an asset.
• Valid First Aid Level 1 and Serving It Right certifications are required or assets.
• Food Safe Level 1 is an asset; vulnerable sector check is required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs; ability to read/write/speak English; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating activity programs for residents.
• Support collaboration with the Therapeutic Recreation Manager and staff.
• Promote recreation activities, outings, crafts and social events.
• Prepare monthly calendars and newsletters of programs and services.
• Coordinate external groups for in-house programs and assist with portering.
• Observe and report changes in residents to supervisors or nurses.
• Maintain safe environment and follow infection control procedures.
• Document activities per policy and participate in staff orientation.
• Assist with volunteer guidance/evaluation and maintain records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

Grade 12 Education

Recreation Diploma or Health Care Aide with Recreation Certificate

Dementia course

First Aid Level 1

Serving It Right

Food Safe Level 1

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: Part-Time Temporary - Adult Day Program (Summerland Seniors Village - Summerland, BC)

Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm

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.