Recreation Aide

About the Role

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to;

• Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
• Assists in the development of recreation and leisure services including program research development, implementation and evaluation.
• Promotes, publicizes and carries out established recreation programs such as outings, exercises, crafts, social events, entertainment, games.
• Assists in the completion and posting of monthly calendars and newsletters outlining programs and services available to residents/tenants and families.
• Coordinates external groups to provide in-house programs.
• Assists residents and provide portering to and from programs as required
• Observes, documents and reports any changes in residents to the supervisor and/or nurse.
• Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through:
  • accident prevention,
  • knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations,
  • the safe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs are necessary, and
  • Utilizing infection control procedures

• Maintains appropriate documentation as per policy and procedures, confidentiality and security.
• Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
• Assists in the maintenance of statistical records using programs such as Activity Pro, Point Click Care, etc.
• Assists with orientation of new residents and encourages residents to participate or volunteer in their own community.
• Provides guidance, assistance and support to volunteers, while assists in the evaluation of volunteers.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Grade 12 Education
• A two-year Recreation or equivalent Diploma; or at a minimum a Health Care Aide with a Recreation/Activity Certificate.
• Previous experience in a senior’s focused environment an asset.
• Dementia course an asset.
• Valid First Aid Level 1 Certification.
• Serving It Right Certificate.
• Food Safe Level 1 Certificate an asset
• Valid Class 4 (Unrestricted) BC Driver’s License.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
• Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Publisher, and Outlook.