Recreation Aide - Long Term Care - Unscheduled Part Time

Schlegel-Village; Ajax; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Education support / scholarships

Retirement savings plan

Recognition programs

Job summary

Schlegel Villages in Millers Creek, ON is seeking a Recreation Aide for a part-time, on-site role. You will plan and deliver engaging recreation activities that enhance residents' quality of life, working within a multidisciplinary team to support holistic care.

The position emphasizes a caring, respectful approach and opportunities for growth within a family-oriented culture, with benefits and learning supports as part of our commitment to staff development.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in/completed diploma or degree recreation/leisure studies and/or gerontology from a community college or university
• Display a caring and respectful attitude toward our residents, families, and team members
• Support and embrace our resident-centered social culture
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Plan and implement programs

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering recreation programs to residents
• Support flexible living and quality of life through activities
• Collaborate with care teams to meet residents' needs
• Foster relationships with residents and families
• Maintain safety and well-being during activities

Skills

Caring attitude

Teamwork

Program planning

Education

Diploma/Degree in recreation/leisure or gerontology

Job description

Job Category: Recreation

Requisition Number: RECRE031843

• Posted : September 3, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

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Description

The Village of Millers Creek has an exciting opportunity for a Recreation Aide to join their team.

You can be you while being a part of our Family!

• Competitive salary, and benefits;
• Significant opportunities for Growth and Development: Our Leaders come from within;
• Ongoing Team Member Appreciation incentives and generous rewards and recognition;
• Extended Health Benefits & Retirement Savings;
• Individualized Assistance for Team Member Education and Development;
• Loans and Scholarships to help our team members realize their greatest potential;
• A Unique Family Culture: Every Person in Every Village is a branch of our Family Tree

To be successful as our new Recreation Team Member, you will:

• Be enrolled in/completed diploma or degree recreation/leisure studies and/or gerontology from a community college or university
• Display a caring and respectful attitude toward our residents, families, and team members
• Support and embrace our resident-centered social culture
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Foster exemplary relationships with residents, their families and the Village team to deliver holistic care that focusses on flexible living and quality of life
• Plan and implement programs

It would be an asset if our new Recreation Team Member has:

• Knowledge of the five domains in Therapeutic Recreation that contribute to an individual’s health
• Knowledge of recreational therapy practices, methods, techniques and opportunities to improve resident’s well-being and holistic health
• An understanding of the relevant sections of the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007

You can be you while being a part of our family

At Schlegel Villages we are redefining elder care through innovation, Village design and culture change, but we know the key to our Village success, and our residents’ satisfaction, is YOU and our teams.

We aspire to provide all members of our communities, including team members, with a life enriching experience. We are family owned and operated and we take our mission seriously: “to provide holistic health care in a home environment, located within an internal neighbourhood design that promotes a caring community with emphasis on optimal health and life purpose for each resident”.

Schlegel Villages is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the hiring leader.

Equity, diversity and inclusion are ingrained within the Schlegel Culture, and our Villages are more welcoming, open-hearted and vibrant because of it.Each Village is strengthened by the unique lived experienceof every person connected to it.Everyone is included and respected in their spirituality, cultural diversity and individuality.Regardless of ability, heritage or cultural roots, our people are embraced, just as they are, andwe celebrate andsupportlife purpose within the community.

At Schlegel Villages, our hiring practices reflect our commitment to human connection and strong relationships that we strive to provide in our Villages. We do not use artificial intelligence in our screening or selection processes; applications are reviewed by our recruitment professionals who thoughtfully assess candidate’s fit with our posted opportunities, mission and values.