Recreation Worker -Age Care, Monashee Mews

Aster Joint Venture Limited Partnership; Lumby; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Union membership required

Job summary

AgeCare is seeking a Recreation Worker to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate recreation therapy services for residents at our Lumby facility. You will promote meaningful leisure, social engagement, and quality of life, reporting to the Executive Director or Recreation Manager.

Qualifications include a university or college degree in Recreation Therapy or related field, eligibility for TRABC, strong English communication, and experience in healthcare recreation.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor's degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy, Leisure Studies, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Eligibility for membership with a recognized professional Therapeutic Recreation association, such as TRABC.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate clearly with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Previous experience in recreation therapy within a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred; experience working with older adults and in gerontology is considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Must be able to provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check, including a Criminal Record Check, or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assess each resident’s needs, interests, and abilities to support meaningful participation in leisure and recreation opportunities within the facility and the community.
• Develop recreation therapy goals and treatment plans, and communicate these with residents, families, and members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Collaborate with Recreation Assistants to ensure recreation therapy treatment plans are understood and implemented effectively.
• Ensure residents participate in appropriate recreation activities that align with their individualized treatment goals.
• Direct and support Recreation Therapy Assistants in facilitating individual and group leisure activities and programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including resident charting and recreation therapy assessments.
• Communicate resident performance, progress, and program suitability within the Recreation Therapy Department and during interdisciplinary team conferences.

Job description

Work Location: Age Care, Monashee Mews Address: 2165 Norris Avenue, Lumby V0E 2G0

FTE: 0.40 (MOM RWkr 0.40) Employment Type: Regular, Part Time

The Opportunity

The Recreation Worker, reporting to the Executive Director or Recreation Manager, is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating recreation therapy services for residents. This role supports residents’ overall well-being by promoting meaningful leisure experiences, social engagement, and quality of life. The Recreation Worker performs duties in accordance with their education, demonstrated skills, AgeCare policies and procedures, and the Collaborative Care Model.

What You Will Do

• Assess each resident’s needs, interests, and abilities to support meaningful participation in leisure and recreation opportunities within the facility and the community.
• Develop recreation therapy goals and treatment plans, and communicate these with residents, families, and members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Collaborate with Recreation Assistants to ensure recreation therapy treatment plans are understood and implemented effectively.
• Ensure residents participate in appropriate recreation activities that align with their individualized treatment goals.
• Direct and support Recreation Therapy Assistants in facilitating individual and group leisure activities and programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including resident charting and recreation therapy assessments.
• Communicate resident performance, progress, and program suitability within the Recreation Therapy Department and during interdisciplinary team conferences.

What You Bring

• Completion of a bachelor's degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy, Leisure Studies, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Eligibility for membership with a recognized professional Therapeutic Recreation association, such as the Therapeutic Recreation Association of British Columbia (TRABC).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate clearly with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Previous experience in recreation therapy within a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred; experience working with older adults and in gerontology is considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• 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.
• Union Membership is a condition of employment.
• Wage Levelling Salary: $19.80 per hour.

Members of Equity Seeking groups are encouraged to apply.

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.

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

Internal Closing Date :: Jul 08, 2026

Hours of Work :: 0800 - 1630 (2On - 5Off)

Approximate Start Date :: Jul 18th, 2026

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.

Guiding Principles

• 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