Recreation Assistant | Casual

Ridgeview Lodge Community; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living community in Thompson-Nicola Regional District seeks a passionate Recreation Assistant to enhance residents' lives through activities and social interaction. Candidates must have a diploma in leisure studies and experience working with seniors. Starting wage is $29.83 per hour with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with seniors, including understanding motivation concepts.
• Knowledge of leisure principles is essential.
• Computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing and revising departmental procedures and programs.
• Set up activity areas and assist in transporting residents.
• Monitor residents' interests and needs.
• Maintain program and resident records.
• Promote social interaction among residents.

Skills

Experience working with seniors

Knowledge of leisure principles

Computer proficiency

Education

Diploma or Certificate in recreation/leisure studies

Job description

If you’re passionate about being 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 vital role within our communities, impacting residents' lives and fostering human connection.

As a Recreation Assistant, your typical day will include:

• Participating in developing and revising departmental procedures and programs under the guidance of the Team Leader.
• Setting up activity areas and assisting in transporting residents to and from programs, if required.
• Monitoring residents' interests, needs, and progress.
• Maintaining program and resident records according to departmental policies, and regularly reporting participation and feedback to the Team Leader.
• Promoting social interaction among residents by leading activities or events, assisting new residents with orientation, and encouraging socialization within the residence.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Must haves :

• Diploma or Certificate in recreation/leisure studies or equivalent.
• Experience working with seniors, including understanding motivation concepts.
• Knowledge of leisure principles.
• Computer proficiency.
• Valid driver’s license (Class F or provincial equivalent, if required to drive a bus).
• Successful completion of the Vulnerable Sector Check (Ontario) or Criminal Records Check (British Columbia), as applicable.

Act on 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. Support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.

The wage rate is $29.83 per hour until wage leveling ends, after which pay rates will reflect the collective agreement.