Recreation Assistant Temporary Full Time

Sienna Senior Living; Barrie; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & Dental benefits

SOAR share program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Learning & growth opportunities

Diversity & inclusive culture

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living in Barrie, Ontario is hiring a Recreation Aide to create and run engaging programs for residents in a long-term care setting. You will build meaningful relationships with residents and their families, promoting health, happiness, and a sense of belonging through diverse recreational activities.

The role requires a post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation-related fields and experience with seniors.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or related field.
• Experience working with seniors; understanding motivation concepts.
• Understanding of leisure principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine recreational programs.
• Prepare daily activities for physical, cognitive and emotional engagement.
• Assess residents' interests and progress.
• Maintain records of programs and participation.
• Facilitate social interaction and lead activities or events.
• Assist new residents in acclimating to the facility and recreation program.

Skills

Experience with seniors

Motivation concepts

Leisure principles

Education

Diploma/degree in recreation-related field

Job description

Recreation Assistant Permanent Temporary Full Time
Woods Park Community and Retirement Barrie, ON
Wage: Min ($23.81) as per Collective agreement
Existing Vacancy

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join our team at Sienna Senior Living Long Term Care and become a vital part of our resident-centered community. As a Recreation Aide, you'll have the opportunity to bring joy and fulfillment to the lives of residents every day. Your role will involve creating and implementing engaging recreational programs tailored to the unique interests and abilities of each individual. Beyond simply providing care, you'll build meaningful relationships and foster a sense of belonging for residents. With each interaction, you'll make a profound impact, enriching lives and creating lasting memories. Come be a part of a team where your dedication and compassion are valued, and where every day brings new opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join us in our mission to ensure that our residents lead lives filled with happiness, dignity, and purpose.

Reporting to an Director of Resident Programs, theRecreation Aideis a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents.

What Sienna Offers:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What You’ll Be Doing:

Join the Long Term Care team as a Recreation Aide and become an integral part of a dynamic environment focused on enhancing the lives of residents. In this role, you'll cultivate a profound connection with residents, gaining insight into their unique experiences. By fostering relationships with residents and their families, you'll provide diverse support options and engaging program selections to promote their overall health and happiness. Your individual contributions, alongside collaborative teamwork, will play a pivotal role in nurturing a home culture centered on empowering residents to live life to the fullest each day.

How You’ll Succeed:

• Contribute to the development and refinement of programs and initiatives
• Prepare the daily activities providing physical, cognitive and emotional enjoyment
• Support in assessing residents' interests, needs, and progress.
• Maintain accurate records of programs and resident involvement in accordance with departmental guidelines. Provide regular updates on residentparticipation and feedback to the Team Leader
• Foster social interaction among residents by leading designated activities or special events.
• Assist new residents in getting acquainted with the facility and its recreation program, facilitating introductions to other residents, and encouragingconversation and social engagement among them

Who you are:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from an indigenous Institute, private career college, college of applied arts and technology, another degree granting Institution or equivalent work experience working with seniors
• Experience in working with seniors including an understanding of motivation concepts with seniors.
• Understanding of leisure principles.
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check applicable to the appropriate province

Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial intelligence to screen and assess applicants for this position.

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.