Senior Living Recreation Specialist: Enrich Residents

AgeCare; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-term care organization in Ontario is seeking a Recreation Worker to plan and facilitate activities that support seniors' well-being. The ideal candidate will have experience working with seniors and a background in recreation or a related health care field. Responsibilities include developing engaging programs and maintaining communication with residents and their families. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with seniors in a long-term care setting.
• Graduate or enrolled in a recreation and leisure studies program.
• Demonstrated skills in providing recreation and leisure services.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily recreation activities.
• Develop engaging spaces for resident participation.
• Communicate with residents and their families.
• Observe and document changes in resident activity levels.

Skills

Experience with seniors

Communication skills

Planning and development

Facilitation of activities

Education

Post-secondary diploma/degree in recreation

Health care related field diploma/degree

Job description

A long-term care organization in Ontario is seeking a Recreation Worker to plan and facilitate activities that support seniors' well-being. The ideal candidate will have experience working with seniors and a background in recreation or a related health care field. Responsibilities include developing engaging programs and maintaining communication with residents and their families. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors, we invite you to apply.