Recreation Assistant - Transitional Long Term Care

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization as a Recreation Assistant, where you will support a dynamic team in delivering engaging recreation programs. This role involves working closely with patients to enhance their independence through tailored activities. You will be responsible for organizing outings, coordinating patient transport, and ensuring a positive experience for all participants. With a commitment to innovation and community health, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about enhancing lives through recreation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Recreation Diploma Program or equivalent.
• Valid Class 4 vehicle license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out recreation programs in consultation with the Recreation Therapist.
• Organize and oversee patients during outings and activities.

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 Details

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)!Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Recreation Assistant to join the Transitional Long Term Care Team at Dogwood Lodge in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

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 as per the instruction of the Recreation Therapist
• 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,
• maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies,
• and, operating a bus or van with a seating capacities 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 BC’s Top Employers in 2025.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.