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We are currently looking to fill a Casual opportunity for an Activity Worker 2 at Fellburn Care Centre located in Burnaby, BC.
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- Under the direction of the Recreation Therapist, plans, prepares and carries out individual and group activities, such as table games, current events, sports activities, music, special events and community outings.
- Provides input and feedback with respect to program activities at regular planning meetings, such as resident participation during activities.
- Accompanies residents on community outings.
- Participates in team conferences, staff meetings, in-service education and provides input to resident care conferences.
- Organizes materials required for programs and advises the Recreation Therapist of supply needs.
- Accesses resident comfort funds for outings and shopping and completes documentation relating to use of resident monies.
- Provides direction to volunteers during activity programs and demonstrates related techniques as required.
- Organizes and maintains program activity areas.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Grade 12, completion of recognized recreational courses plus two (2) years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal effectively with others.
- Ability to teach.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.