Recreation Assistant

Sienna Senior Living; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Recreation Assistant, where your passion for enhancing the lives of seniors will shine. In this casual on-call role, you will engage with residents, promote social interaction, and support their recreational needs. This position is vital in fostering a warm community atmosphere and ensuring that every resident feels connected and valued. With an emphasis on teamwork and innovation, you will play a crucial part in creating memorable experiences for seniors. If you are dedicated to making a difference and have the necessary skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with seniors and understanding their motivational concepts.
• Diploma or Certificate in recreation/leisure studies or equivalent experience.

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

Aspira Astoria Retirement Living
2245 Kelly Avenue
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C0B1, CAN

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 reports 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.