Recreation Assistant

Vancouver Coastal Health; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Recreation Assistant at a leading healthcare facility. This role offers the chance to positively impact lives through recreation programs while working in a stunning environment. Enjoy a supportive community that values collaboration and personal growth, alongside comprehensive health benefits and career development opportunities. Experience the satisfaction of helping others while being part of a recognized employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to healthy lives in healthy communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Recreation Diploma Program or equivalent experience.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Carry out recreation programs in consultation with the Recreation Therapist.
• Organize outings and coordinate portering of patients/clients/residents.

Skills

Effective communication

Teaching ability

Organizational skills

Physical ability

Equipment operation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Recreation Diploma Program

Valid Class 4 vehicle license

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $30.96/Hr. - CAD $30.96/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Recreation Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) in Vancouver, BC! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Recreation Assistant to join the team at Purdy Pavilions located at UBC Hospital in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

Join our caring community at Purdy Pavilion Long Term Care Facility located on the UBC campus in Vancouver!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others? Do you value a supportive and collaborative work environment? Purdy Pavilion Long Term Care Facility in Vancouver is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team of healthcare professionals. Enjoy a picturesque work environment surrounded by lush greenery, stunning architecture, and views of the Pacific Ocean.

Thinking about the commute to UBC? We have got your back when it comes to getting to work hassle-free. VCH offers a transit subsidy to part-time and full-time staff to ensure accessibility and convenience of our staff.

As a Recreation Assistant with VCH you will:

• Work in a team based environment to carry out recreation programs in consultation with the Recreation Therapist.
• Support your team by:
• organizing and overseeing patients/clients/residents on outings,
• coordinating the portering of patients/clients/residents to and from the activity,
• demonstrating techniques of recreation activities,
• carrying out prescribed adaptations to recreation activities to enable patients/clients/residents to maintain maximum potential for independence,
• providing functional direction to volunteers,
• evaluating and reporting relevant observations of patient’s/client’s/resident's progress/participation to the Recreation Therapist or interdisciplinary team,
• organizing furnishings and equipment for designated activities,
• and maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies.
• May operate a bus with a passenger seating capacity of up to 25 passengers (including the driver) to transport patients/clients/residents to and from community participation activities as required by site/program.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Completion of a recognized Recreation Diploma Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid Class 4 vehicle license (unrestricted) may be required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to teach.
• Ability to organize work.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.