Recreation Therapy Aide Casual AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent long-term care facility is seeking a Recreation Team Member dedicated to enhancing residents' lives through engaging activities. You will manage documentation, evaluate recreation programs, and ensure resources are well-maintained. Ideal candidates will have educational backgrounds in recreation or therapeutic recreation, driven by a genuine passion for serving seniors.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized program in recreation and leisure studies or therapeutic recreation.
• Enrolled in a similar diploma or degree program with intent to complete within three years.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating planned and spontaneous recreation opportunities for residents.
• Maintaining department records and documentation as required.
• Participating in evaluation and quality improvement processes of the recreation program.

Skills

Recreation and leisure services

Documentation skills

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies

Job description

About Us 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: The Recreation Team Member facilitates planned and spontaneous opportunities to support the maintenance and development of resident skills and knowledge as well as the development of relationships and personal connections. What Is In It For You: • Maintains department records and completes all documentation as per required timelines, including Resident Assessments/Re-Assessments, Care Planning, MDS Coding/RAPs, Progress Notes, ActivityPro and monthly calendars. • Participates in the on-going evaluation of the recreation program and related quality improvement processes. • Maintains recreation supplies and other related tools/resources in good working condition and as per related infection control policies and procedures, reporting deficiencies to the Program Manager • Works a variety of shifts (days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays) • May involve travel within the province for education and meetings. What You Will Need • Graduate of a post-secondary diploma or degree program in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation or other related field from a community college or university. • Enrolled in a community college or university in a diploma or degree program in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, or other related field with the intent to successfully complete the program within three years of being hired. • Knowledge and experience in providing recreation and leisure services in a health care setting an asset.

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