Activity Aide(Long Term Care)

Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Ltd.; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits

Learning & growth opportunities

Job summary

Caressant Care is seeking a passionate Activity Aide to join our team in Woodstock, Ontario. This part-time role supports residents through recreational activities and social engagement. Candidates should hold a post-secondary diploma in recreation or related field; strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

The starting rate is $23.18 per hour, with terms per the collective agreement. Caressant Care offers a caring environment, learning opportunities, and competitive wages and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma, degree or certificate in recreation and leisure studies or related field from an Ontario institution.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of the Long-Term Care sector.
• Organizational and leadership abilities.
• Punctual and reliable.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Punctuality

LTC knowledge

Education

Post-secondary diploma in recreation/therapeutic recreation or related field

Job description

Caressant Care is looking for a passionate Activity Aide to join our team of care providers.

Location

Woodstock, Ontario

Time Type

Part-Time

About Caressant Care

For over 50 years, Caressant Care has created a comfortable, caring home environment where our residents across Ontario can receive high-quality care. We proudly serve over 1,500 residents across our 15 long-term care homes and 10 retirement homes. Operating primarily in small towns, Caressant Care creates tight-knit communities where everyone knows and looks out for one another.

At Caressant Care, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow, whether they are experienced professionals or just starting. Become part of our team and experience fulfilling, impactful work that brings joy to your life and the lives of others.

What We Offer

• At the core of our workforce is a passion for people, fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.
• A caring and comfortable space for our residents, their families and our employees.
• Learning and growth opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers.
• Competitive wages and benefits.

What You Bring

• Hold a post-secondary diploma, degree or certificate in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology, or other related field from an Ontario post-secondary institution.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Knowledge and skills in the Long-Term Care sector
• Organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to work under direction
• Knowledge and skill in a variety of recreational activities
• Punctual and reliable

The starting rate of pay is $23.18 per hour, and the terms and conditions of employment are as per the Collective Agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their ethnic and cultural background, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

If you have questions or require accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail] or call 519-539-0408.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.