Recreation Therapy Aide - AgeCare Walden Heights

Aster Joint Venture Limited Partnership; Calgary; In loco; CAD 40.000 - 56.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health benefits

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Career growth

Diversity & inclusion

Descrizione del lavoro

AgeCare Walden Heights is seeking a Recreation Therapy Aide to support residents through planned and spontaneous activities that enhance engagement and well-being.

You will document assessments, care plans, and progress notes, while helping maintain supplies and ensuring infection control standards. The role requires adaptability and may involve travel within Alberta for training and meetings.

Competenze

• Diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure or Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Current enrollment in a related program with expected completion within three years.
• Experience with delivering recreation services in healthcare/long-term care is an asset.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a care environment.
• Provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check/Criminal Record Check or willingness to obtain.

Mansioni

• Support delivery of planned and spontaneous recreational activities to promote resident well-being.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, plans, notes and calendars.
• Assist in evaluating programs and contribute to quality improvements.
• Ensure equipment and supplies meet infection prevention standards and report issues.
• Work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays; travel within province if needed.

Conoscenze

Recreation programming

Documentation

Communication

Adaptability

Criminal Record Check

Formazione

Diploma/degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies or Therapeutic Recreation

Current enrollment in related program with 3-year completion timeline

Descrizione del lavoro

Work Location: AgeCare Walden Heights | Address: 250 Walden Drive SE, Calgary, AB | FTE: 0.9 FTE | Employment Type: Temporary

The Opportunity The Recreation Therapy Aide (RTA) supports the delivery of both planned and spontaneous recreational opportunities that promote residents' engagement, independence, and overall well-being. This role helps residents maintain and develop skills, build meaningful relationships, and foster social connections within a supportive care environment.

What You Will Do

• Maintain accurate and timely departmental records and complete all required documentation, including Resident Assessments/Re-Assessments, Care Planning, MDS Coding/RAPs, Progress Notes, ActivityPro entries, and monthly calendars.
• Participate in the ongoing evaluation of the recreation program and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure recreation supplies, equipment, and resources are maintained in good working condition in accordance with infection prevention and control standards, and report any deficiencies to the Program Manager.
• Work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• May involve travel within the province for education, training, and meetings as required.

What You Bring

• A diploma or degree from a post-secondary program in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field from a recognized college or university.
• Current enrollment in a post-secondary diploma or degree program in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field, with the expectation of program completion within three years of hire.
• Knowledge of and experience in delivering recreation and leisure services in a healthcare or long-term care setting is considered an asset.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic care environment.
• Must be able to provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check, including a Criminal Record Check, or be willing to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
• Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.
• Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives.
• Community Feel: Build strong connections with colleagues.
• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

About AgeCare

For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.

At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors.

We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind.

• Trust: Act with integrity and fairness
• Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion
• Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service
• Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support