Recreation Programs Aide

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior care provider in Canada is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. You will plan, implement, and evaluate activation programs for residents, ensuring their needs are met. The ideal candidate has a passion for caring for seniors and can effectively communicate and maintain records. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Passion for caring for seniors.
• Ability to monitor resident behavior and condition.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activation programs for residents.
• Transport residents to and from programs.
• Maintain records and communicate with staff.

Job description

Job Description

What you’ll be doing:

1. Plan, implement, evaluate, develop, and revise both individual and group activation programs based on assessed needs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
2. Set up and clean activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs.
3. Monitor the behavior and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
4. Maintain program and resident records according to department policy.
5. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.

Time Type: Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations, including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes.

Our Mission

“Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve, and publicly share our performance.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada.

Our Values

• Customer Satisfaction: We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations.
• Excellence: We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents.
• Respect: We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth, and recognize achievement.
• Integrity: We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others.
• Accountability: We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers.
• Communication: We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication.
• Teamwork: We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential.
• Environment: We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety, and a homelike atmosphere.