Recreation Aide Part TIme

Revera; Township of Langley; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A senior living organization in Langley is seeking an Active Living Aide to assist in planning and implementing meaningful programs for residents. Ideal candidates will have experience working with seniors and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include facilitating resident outings and maintaining effective communication with staff and families. This role offers a wage of $20.57 per hour.

Qualifications

• 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 is considered an asset.
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing programs for residents.
• Maintain communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Participate in planning programs with residents' interest in mind.
• Facilitate and assist residents with scheduled outings.
• Prepare and evaluate daily activities.

Skills

Experience working with seniors

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate personality

Job description

Overview

Wage per hour

$20.57

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Active Living Manager, the Active Living Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.
• Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director.
• Assist 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.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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) is considered an asset
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Hours

• Thursday & Friday: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Wage: $20.57

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.