Senior Activity & Wellness Aide

Bloom Limited Partnership; Canada; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare in Canada is seeking a Recreation Aide to assess, plan, implement and evaluate activities for residents. You will work with the Recreation Manager and Executive Director to deliver meaningful programs promoting wellbeing.

The role requires a college diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies or Gerontology, plus experience with seniors. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a valid driver's license are preferred, with a compassionate, energetic approach to elder care.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent.
• Experience working with seniors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Valid provincial driver's license may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing and implementing programs with the Recreation Manager.
• Maintain department records, assessments and program evaluations.
• Maintain communication with residents, families and staff; inform about events.
• Attend in-service education on elder care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan resident-focused programs.
• Facilitate resident outings as scheduled.
• Assist with assessing resident activity levels.
• Prepare, carry out and evaluate daily activities.
• Assist with meal services as required.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults.
• Uphold our values and code of conduct.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent oral and written commmunic

Empathy and compassion

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AgeCare in Canada is seeking a Recreation Aide to assess, plan, implement and evaluate activities for residents. You will work with the Recreation Manager and Executive Director to deliver meaningful programs promoting wellbeing.

The role requires a college diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies or Gerontology, plus experience with seniors. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a valid driver's license are preferred, with a compassionate, energetic approach to elder care.