Full Time Activity Assistant - Willowbend Retirement

Claridge Homes•Ottawa, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Willowbend Retirement Community is seeking a Full Time Activity Assistant. Riverstone Retirement Communities is a locally owned and operated company dedicated to ensuring residents live a meaningful, engaged, and joyful life with comfort and dignity in a safe and happy environment. Riverstone offers a full continuum of care including Independent, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. We are looking for positive, caring team members who want to make a difference in the lives of seniors.

Requirements

Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services or Equivalent Education and Experience
Experience in Leisure with seniors
Demonstrate organizational, leadership and animation skills
Creative and innovative
Work as part of a team
Capable of adapting to different situations and change
Keen interest in working with seniors

Responsibilities

Participate in the planning, organization, promotion and evaluation of activities
Animate individual and group activities
Encourage residents to participate in activities of their choice
Assist residents during activity time
Keep attendance record of all activities
Encourage volunteer and family member participation in activities
Participate in departmental staff meetings
Participate in in-service training programs
In collaboration with the Recreations Manager, participate in a three-month probationary evaluation and annually thereafter
Is aware and endeavors to respect and promote Resident Rights and Responsibilities
Adhere to all policies and procedures of the recreation department