Recreation Aide (RA) - Casual - Arbour Heights

EXTENDICARE; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Meaningful work

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Extendicare's Arbour Heights in Kingston is seeking a Recreation Aide for casual, part-time roles. Reporting to the Recreation Manager, you will help plan, organize and run meaningful programs for residents, in collaboration with staff.

Qualifications include a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication, and a willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology, or equivalent.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement meaningful programs for residents with Recreation Manager.
• Maintain department records including assessments and activity evaluations.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, volunteers and staff.
• Attend in-service education to stay updated on elder care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan resident-focused activities.
• Facilitate scheduled and pre-arranged resident outings.
• Assist with residents' activity level assessments.
• Prepare, carry out and evaluate daily activities.
• Assist with meal services as required.
• Maintain trust with residents and uphold ethics and integrity.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience working with seniors

Energetic and compassionate

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies or Gerontology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Recreation Aide - Casual Positions - Arbour Heights

Mission:
Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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

What Extendicare has to offer:

• 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.

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

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 healthcare continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are 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

Compensation Details

$22.05 - $23.34

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

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.