Activity Aide

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Victoria, BC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army is seeking an Activity Aide for Sunset Lodge. This role is responsible for carrying out and operating various programs for residents and clients, ensuring their physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs are met. The position involves preparing activity areas, assisting residents, driving for outings, communicating program information, documenting progress, and participating in team meetings. The Salvation Army is a faith- and values-based organization that serves people of all backgrounds and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Requirements

Grade 12
Completion of recognized recreational courses such as handicrafts
Two years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Class-4 vehicle license (unrestricted) as required per vehicle.
Current BC Care Aide and Community Registration
Undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
Responsive, outgoing attitude and good interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to Teach.
Ability to organize work.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

Maintains the mission and philosophy of Sunset Lodge.
Ensures resident and client safety through appropriate behavior and work procedures.
Carries out the organization and operation of programs such as group work, one-to-one exercises, crafts, artwork, music, outings, parties, entertainment etc.
Prepares activity areas for programs; maintains supplies and activity equipment and keeps activity areas clean and safe.
Assists residents to and from activities.
Drives residents and/or clients in bus to outings, shopping or picnics when required.
Assists with posters, time tables and helps keep residents and clients informed of upcoming events.
Attends staff development opportunities, especially those relating to therapeutic recreation.
Runs errands related to activities when necessary.
Provides tea and coffee and assists with meals for residents and clients.
Participates in specialty meals for residents and/or clients by serving foods from outside vendors.
Provides orientation to new activity staff members and volunteers.
Monitors, evaluates and documents resident and client progress within the recreation/leisure program.
Participates in team meetings and resident council as required.
Carries out indoor and outdoor activity programs which will meet the resident and client physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs and interests; encouraging participation to maintain optimal involvement and independence.
Responsible for completing monthly calendars.
Performs other related duties as required.