Recreation Therapy Aide Casual AgeCare Sagewood

AgeCare; Strathmore; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Recreation Therapy Aide to join their team and make a difference in the lives of seniors. This role involves assisting with the planning and implementation of therapeutic recreation programs, ensuring residents' needs are met, and fostering a positive, respectful environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to teamwork. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you to contribute to a culture of trust and respect.

Qualifications

• RTA diploma or HCA certificate required.
• Strong interpersonal and organization skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing therapeutic recreation programs.
• Transport residents to offsite activities and ensure participation.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organization Skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

RTA Diploma

HCA Certificate

Tools

AgeCare Vehicle

Job description

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Therapy Aide assists in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and daily operations of therapeutic recreation programs. The Recreation Therapy Aide promotes teamwork and a culture that demonstrates the guiding principles of AgeCare; Trust, Respect, Teamwork, Quality and encourages practices that respect resident, family and staff rights, individuality and diversity.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in identifying residents’ Leisure Lifestyle goals through presenting an individualized and appropriate Recreation Program Schedule.
2. As resident needs or wants change, ensure revisions of goals are communicated to the appropriate person(s).
3. Ensure recreational programming is carried out appropriately to meet individual needs.
4. Transport residents to offsite activities by driving an AgeCare provided vehicle.
5. Assist in the monthly Recreation Calendar planning.
6. Involved in scheduling, implementation, evaluation of Recreation Therapy programs.
7. Approach residents to request their participation in programs as per care plan. Ensure resident assigned to programs are indeed participating and document same.
8. Participate in environmental safety audits.
9. Maintain regular inventory of craft and storage rooms.

Qualifications:

1. RTA diploma or HCA certificate.
2. Class 4 Drivers License or willing to obtain one.
3. Heart saver CPR & Standard Level First Aide certification an asset.
4. Preference will be given to those with experience in a Recreation Therapy setting.
5. Ability to take direction but act with initiative and self-motivate to meet deadlines and responsibilities.
6. Must possess strong interpersonal and organization skills.
7. High energy, a positive attitude, a team player who regularly displays AgesCare’s guiding principles.
8. Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.

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