Recreation Assistant

Aspira Astoria Retirement Living; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen engagierten Recreation Assistant, der die Lebensqualität von Senioren verbessert. In dieser entscheidenden Rolle sind Sie dafür verantwortlich, Aktivitäten zu organisieren, soziale Interaktion zu fördern und den Bewohnern bei der Orientierung zu helfen. Diese Position erfordert Erfahrung in der Arbeit mit Senioren, ein Verständnis für deren Bedürfnisse und die Fähigkeit, eine positive Atmosphäre zu schaffen. Wenn Sie leidenschaftlich daran interessiert sind, das Leben anderer zu bereichern, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Arbeit mit Senioren und Verständnis für deren Bedürfnisse.
• Gültiger Führerschein der Klasse 4 erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Entwicklung und Revision von Abteilungsverfahren und Programmen.
• Förderung sozialer Interaktion unter den Bewohnern.

Skills

Erfahrung mit Senioren

Computerkenntnisse

Verständnis von Freizeitprinzipien

Education

Diplom oder Zertifikat in Freizeitstudien

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 reports participation and feedback by residents to the Team Leader.
• Promoting social interaction among residents by assuming leadership of assigned activities or special events, assists new residents with orientation to the building and to the recreation program, and introduces them to the others within the residence and promoting conversation and social interaction among residents.
• 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.

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