Casual Recreation Aide

Extendicare

Competitive compensation based on skills; base sal...
Part time
Assist in planning meaningful programs
Maintain department records and assessments
Communicate with residents and families
Extendicare is seeking a Casual Recreation Aide to assist in planning and implementing recreational programs for residents in their long-term care homes. The ideal candidate is energetic, compassionate, and preferably has experience working with seniors, along with relevant qualifications

Job Summary

  • The role involves assisting in the planning, organization, and implementation of meaningful programs for residents in collaboration with the Recreation Manager.
  • Extendicare is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in their long-term care homes across Canada with over 50 years of experience.
  • Candidates must uphold the organization's values regarding ethics, morality, and integrity while working in a position of trust with vulnerable adults.

Matching Summary

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Extendicare is seeking a Casual Recreation Aide to assist in planning and implementing recreational programs for residents in their long-term care homes. The ideal candidate is energetic, compassionate, and preferably has experience working with seniors, along with relevant qualifications.

Salary

Competitive compensation based on skills; Base salary component of total rewards package; Comprehensive benefits suite offered

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist in planning meaningful programs
  • Maintain department records and assessments
  • Communicate with residents and families
  • Facilitate scheduled resident outings
  • Work with vulnerable adults

Nice-to-have

  • Energetic and compassionate personality
  • Knowledge of current trends in elderly care
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Valid provincial driver's license preferred
  • Experience working with seniors

Key Requirements

  • College diploma in Recreation or Gerontology preferred
  • Previous experience working with seniors
  • Valid provincial driver's license (Class 4 or F) preferred
  • Complete Vulnerable Sector Check within six months

Work Rights

Not specified

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