Adult Day Program Activationist

Better Living and Community Services • Toronto, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Better Living Health and Community Services has an opening for a Part-Time Activationist in our Adult Day Program. This position is responsible for developing and implementing programs for a range of seniors, including those who may have a physical disability, are recovering from debilitating illness, or who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or a related cognitive impairment.

Requirements

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services and Activation.
• Knowledge and experience working with seniors who are frail and or cognitive impaired seniors and adults with disabilities
• Knowledge and experience in providing social and recreational programming for seniors and adults with disabilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and others
• Strong working knowledge of client documentation systems
• Experience working both in a group setting and on a one-to –one with seniors with physical and/or cognitive challenges. Knowledge of dementia and skill in problem solving and providing a gentle persuasive approach to care
• Possess creativity, empathy, enthusiasm, and compassion
• Good working knowledge of Outlook, Word and other MS Office applications
• Current First Aid & C.P.R. certification required
• Successful completion of Vulnerable Sector Screening within one month of employment

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating program activities including culturally appropriate programs
• Assist clients in activities of daily living such as medication reminder, toileting, transferring or eating
• Prepare, set-up and clean-up the program, equipment and supplies
• Facilitate recreation, social and exercise programs and supports other staff, students and volunteers who assist with these programs
• Maintain accurate client records and statistics
• Maintains knowledge, observes, and practices appropriate procedures in regards to Fire, Safety, Quality and environmental standards.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Provide support and accompaniment to clients to or from program on agency vehicles
• Adhere to the Policies and Procedures as outlined in the Personnel Manual.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree