Recreation Aide - Permanent Full Time

Asura Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in seniors' care is seeking a full-time Recreation Aide for Garneau Hall in Edmonton. The role involves creating engaging programs to promote physical and emotional wellness for residents. Candidates should have relevant experience in recreation, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering joy and dignity in care.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Ongoing training & development

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience working in recreation or activity programming with seniors or individuals with dementia.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver meaningful programs promoting wellness.
• Support residents in activities reflecting their interests and abilities.
• Ensure safety by following health and safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Creativity

Education

Certificate or diploma in Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Start Date: Immediate

Location: Garneau Hall Seniors Community, Edmonton, Alberta

Position: Recreation Aide

Openings: 1 Full-Time Permanent Position (1.0 FTE) Days/Evenings/Weekends

Hourly Rate: $21.92 - $25.80

At Advantage Assist, we've been setting the standard in seniors' care across Alberta for over 20 years. As a privately owned and operated company, we're proud to lead with compassion, quality, and service - ensuring every resident feels truly at home.

We are currently hiring a Recreation Aide for Garneau Hall Seniors Community, a warm and friendly seniors' community in the heart of Edmonton. If you are dedicated to providing respectful, person-centered care, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation that reflects the value of your skills and dedication.
• Ongoing training & development to help you grow your career.
• A chance to be part of a company that's passionate about redefining excellence in seniors' living.

What You'll Do

As a Recreation Aide, you'll help create a vibrant and engaging environment that supports the joy, dignity, and well-being of our residents:

• Plan and deliver meaningful programs that promote physical, mental, social, and emotional wellness.
• Support residents in participating in activities that reflect their interests, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Encourage engagement through one-on-one visits, small groups, and larger events.
• Collaborate with residents, families, volunteers, and team members to build an inclusive, home-like atmosphere.
• Contribute to program evaluation and continuous quality improvement.
• Ensure a safe environment by following all health and safety practices.
• Assist with transporting residents to and from programs and outings, as needed.

What You Bring

• Experience working in the field of recreation of activity programming with seniors and/or individuals with dementia (minimum 1 year)
• Certificate or diploma in Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation is an asset but not required.
• A creative, compassionate, and inclusive approach to program delivery.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• A commitment to fostering wellness, dignity, and joy in the lives of others.

Thank you for considering a career with Advantage Assist! Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We recognize the talent, perspectives, and creativity that diversity brings, and we encourage applications from all, especially from marginalized and underrepresented groups. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.