Recreation Aide- Extendicare-Oakview place

EXTENDICARE; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Advancement opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Extendicare Oakview Place in Winnipeg, MB, seeks a Resident Programs Aide to support activation programs for residents. You will plan, implement and evaluate individualized and group activities, transport residents as needed, and collaborate with nursing staff to monitor wellbeing.

The role emphasizes documentation, independent time management, and creative program development for residents, including those with cognitive needs. Part-time position with a focus on meaningful care.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with documentation skills.
• Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating individual and group programs.
• Geriatric care planning and resident assessments knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Ability to develop new ideas, resident programs and volunteer initiatives.
• Experience with cognitively impaired residents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate activation programs based on assessed needs.
• Set up and clean activity areas and transport residents to/from programs.
• Monitor residents during programs and report changes to Supervisors/nursing staff.
• Participate in program development and revisions under supervision.
• Maintain program and resident records and communicate participation to staff.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet resident needs.

Skills

Recreation Diploma

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Group program planning

One-on-one program design

Geriatrics knowledge

Time management

Education

Recreation and Leisure Services Diploma

Therapeutic Recreation Facilitator Certificate

Job description

Resident Programs Aide - CertifiedAt Extendicare

we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our recreation team, you will assume ultimate responsibility for providing high-quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.This position is for our Extendicare Oakview Place, located in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

What you’ll be doing:

• Plan, implement and evaluate both individual and group activation programs based on assessed needs and as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Set up and clean activity areas as necessary and transport residents to and from programs. Monitor the behavior and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Participate in the development and revision of programs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.
• Work cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs.
• Plan, implement and evaluate both individual and group activation programs based on assessed needs and as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Set up and clean activity areas as necessary and transport residents to and from programs. Monitor the behavior and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Participate in the development and revision of programs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.
• Work cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs.

What you bring:

• Proof of successful completion of an approved Recreation and Leisure Services Diploma Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Preferred, Therapeutic Recreation Facilitator Certificate.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one/group program planning, implementation and evaluation for both well and the cognitively impaired.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in care planning and resident assessments.
• Ability to work independently and ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate new ideas, resident programs and volunteer initiatives.
• Knowledge and/or experience in working with the geriatric population especially those with cognitive.

What you’ll get:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.

Extendicare information

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centers, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals is united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type

Part Time - EFT: 0.7

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.