Life Enrichment Aide

Village Green our 48 bed long term care home in Selby is looking for candidates to fill the above position. If you have a secondary diploma or equivalent, a diploma in recreation/leisure studies from a recognized community college or university we would like to hear from you. Programs with a focus in gerontology would be an asset.

Job Description

Assist the LEC to ensure that the requirements of the Long Term Care Homes Act and Regulations, Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation Standards and all OMNI Healthcare standards, policies and procedures are met.

Assist with the appropriate utilization of all resources to support the home’s programming needs; provide input into the development of proposals for the annual operating budget.

Work collaboratively with other disciplines to coordinate an efficient multidisciplinary system of admission, transfer and discharge which effectively meets the needs of residents, family members, staff and the community. Participate in the admission interview to introduce the resident to the home and assess his/her needs and preferences including his/her physical, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual needs and interests.

Assist with the volunteer program as directed; assist the LEC to coordinate a program of volunteer activities which enhances services to residents.

Assist residents to coordinate the activities of the Resident Council and Family Council and provide support and assistance as requested by council.

Participate in an effective restorative care program which consistently applies the standards and principles of the OMNI Supportive Measures program.

Participate in and assist with the physical therapy program in the home as required.

Work collaboratively with the LEC to ensure a calendar of recreational and social activities that includes indoor and outdoor activities scheduled during daytime, evening and weekend hours is developed and made available to the residents and their families.

Provide assistance and support to facilitate resident’s participation in activities that may be of interest to them if they are not able to do so independently.

OMNI is committed to offering accommodations to applicants with disabilities wherever possible. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us at: phone 705-748-6631, or by fax 705-742-9197.

Applicants must be permanently eligible to work in Canada upon hire. Proof of eligibility for permanent roles may come in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, permanent residence card, or Confirmation of Permanent Residence document.

OMNI welcomes direct applications form individuals seeking employment through Indeed’s website but does not recognize Recruitment Agencies or Services.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From $21.94 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Selby, ON: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person