Recreation Aide

Extendicare West Oak Village

Program planning and implementation
Resident assessment
Communication with families and staff
Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents

Job Summary

  • Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.
  • Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events.
  • At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential.

Matching Summary

Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • program planning and implementation
  • resident assessment
  • communication with families and staff
  • department record maintenance
  • working with vulnerable adults

Nice-to-have

  • energetic and compassionate
  • enjoys working with the elderly
  • team collaboration

Key Requirements

  • College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent
  • Previous experience working with seniors
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Valid provincial driver's license (Class 4; Class F)
  • Vulnerable Sector Check (within six months)

Work Rights

Not specified

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