Recreation Assistant

Sienna Senior Living; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Recreation Assistant to enhance the lives of seniors through engaging activities and programs. In this casual on-call role, you'll be pivotal in fostering connections among residents, assisting in their transportation, and maintaining program records. Your experience with seniors and understanding of leisure principles will ensure that every resident feels valued and included. Join a team that prioritizes innovation and growth, and make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with seniors and understanding their motivation.
• Diploma in recreation studies or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing departmental procedures and programs.
• Promote social interaction among residents through activities.

Skills

Experience working with seniors

Understanding of motivation concepts with seniors

Computer proficiency

Education

Diploma or Certificate in recreation/leisure studies

Equivalent experience

Tools

Valid Class 4 Driver’s license

Job description

If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth – then join us!

The Recreation Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.

This is a Casual (On-Call) position to fill in for sick days and vacation.

We are looking for someone who is available 9am-5pm for any day of the week.

Wage Leveling rate of pay: $29.60 per hour until such time that wage leveling ends, then the pay rate will reflect the collective agreement pay rates.

As a Recreation Assistant, your typical day will impact in the following ways:

• Participating in the development and revision of departmental procedures and programs under the guidance of the Team Leader.
• Setting up the activity area as necessary and assisting in transporting residents to and from programs, if required.
• Assisting in monitoring the residents' interests, needs and progress.
• Maintaining program and resident records according to departmental policies. Regularly reporting participation and feedback by residents to the Team Leader.
• Promoting social interaction among residents by assuming leadership of assigned activities or special events, assisting new residents with orientation to the building and to the recreation program, and introducing them to others within the residence.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Must haves:

• Experience in working with seniors including an understanding of motivation concepts with seniors.
• Valid Class 4 Driver’s license.
• Diploma or Certificate in recreation/leisure studies or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of leisure principles.
• Computer proficiency.
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Records Check.

Act upon your desire to help others and join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.