Recreation Aide Casual AgeCare Mount Royal

ACIL AgeCare Investments Ltd; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading senior care organization in Calgary is looking for a compassionate and energetic Recreation Aide to join their team. The role involves planning and implementing activities for seniors, maintaining communication with residents and families, and supporting the overall well-being of the elderly. Ideal candidates will hold a college diploma in Recreation or a related field, possess excellent communication skills, and have experience working with seniors. This part-time position offers competitive hourly wages and a fulfilling opportunity to serve the community.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with seniors.
• Valid provincial driver's license required to transport residents.
• Must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and implementation of recreational programs for residents.
• Maintain effective communication with residents and staff.
• Evaluate and prepare activities for residents.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate attitude

Organizational skills

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

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Recreation Aide Casual AgeCare Mount Royal

Apply locations Calgary, Alberta, Canada time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R25_00664

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Recreation Aide assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates residents regarding recreation therapy.The Recreation Aide will be assigned duties reflective of his/her level of education, preparation, demonstrated skill level, AgeCare policies and procedures and the Collaborative Care Model.

What You Will Do:

• Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Recreation Manager & Executive Director;
• Assists with the maintenance of appropriate department records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing individual participation, charting;
• Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events;
• Attends in-service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly;
• Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents' interest in mind;
• Facilitating residents to scheduled and pre-arranged outings;
• Assisting with assessment of individual resident activity levels;
• Preparing, carrying out and evaluating daily activities;
• Assisting with meal services as required;
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need:

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required;
• Previous experience working with seniors;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly;
• Valid provincial driver's license to transport residents by van (i.e.: Class 4; Class F).
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!

About Us

Where there are residents, there is laundry - and lots of it. Albus Laundry & Linen Services launched in 2017 and is located in a facility in southeast Calgary. It provides laundry services to the many AgeCare communities in Calgary and surrounding area.