Position: Recreation Aide

The successful candidate must be available to work weekdays, weekends, holidays and evenings as required

1–2 years of experience in Recreation, preferably in a nursing home or long-term care setting.

Job Description

Reporting to the Recreation Director, the Recreation Aide will assist in the planning, organization, and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and implementing meaningful programs for the residents in conjunction with the Recreation Director
• Evaluating and documenting the progress of the residents to meet their changing physical, mental and social needs
• Maintains effective communication with residents, families, volunteers, and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events.
• Attends in-services for continuing education on the comfort, care, needs and recreational activities for the residents
• Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents' interest in mind.
• Preparing, carrying out and evaluating daily activities.
• Assisting with meal services as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Working evenings and weekends

Qualifications

College diploma in Recreation or Leisure Studies or a related field is required.
• 1–2 years of experience in Recreation, preferably in a nursing home or long-term care setting
• Proficiency in Point Click Care
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).