Recreation team Member - Reg. Part Time [RWL AAide9 0.40] AgeCare Wenleigh

AgeCare; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-term care provider in Mississauga is seeking a Recreation Team Member to facilitate meaningful engagement activities for residents. The ideal candidate will have a degree in recreation or a related field and a passion for working with seniors. Responsibilities include developing activities tailored to residents' abilities and fostering community partnerships to enhance engagement. Experience with relevant software is an asset, and strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in recreation or related field, or currently enrolled with intent to complete.
• Demonstrated skills in providing recreation and leisure services.
• Passion for improving seniors' lives through engagement.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate activities that promote resident wellbeing and engagement.
• Develop and lead recreation and leisure activities tailored to residents' interests.
• Complete assessments and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Computer skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in recreation or therapeutic recreation

Post-secondary degree in a health care related field

Tools

Point Click Care

Activity Pro

Microsoft Office

Job description

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents’ homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

As a Recreation Team Member, you will facilitate planned and spontaneous opportunities that will enable residents to maintain or develop their skills and knowledge and foster engagement in pursuits that promote wellbeing, purpose, creativity, a sense of lifelong learning and fun!

What you will do:

• Build relationships to learn about the unique interests and needs of each resident
• Develop, plan and lead recreation and leisure activities, spanning all dimensions of wellness, ensuring these opportunities are matched to resident abilities
• Provide leadership and support to all team members to promote opportunities for meaningful resident engagement
• Foster partnerships with families and within the community to enhance resident engagement opportunities
• Complete assessments and all required documentation and participate in quality improvement processes,

What you will need:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation or other related field, or current enrollment in one of these programs with the intent to successfully complete the program within the next three years of being hired.

OR

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in a health care related field and demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in providing recreation and leisure services in a health care setting including:
  • Planning, developing, and facilitating meaningful activities across all domains of wellness for individuals of varying levels of functioning,
  • Assessment, care planning and other related documentation,
  • Therapeutic programming techniques and approaches,
  • Application of recreation and leisure principles and practices and implementation of these in a long-term care or health care setting,
  • And supporting others to foster a culture of resident engagement.
• A passion for working with seniors and a desire to improve their lives through meaningful engagement
• Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills
• Previous software experience within Point Click Care, Activity Pro and Microsoft Office is an asset.
• Provincial certification for safe food handling
• Related experience, preferably in Long Term Care
• Current First Aid Certificate will be an asset

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!