SDP Recreation Aid- Italian

Costi

6d•CA$51,898 - CA$54,410•Remote

About The Position

This is a full-time union position scheduled to work 35 hours per week. The role involves developing, planning, and delivering culturally safe and linguistically competent activities for elderly persons living with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementia. The position requires building and maintaining constructive relationships with clients and their families to ensure holistic care support. The Recreation Aid will lead and assist in the implementation of recreational activities, fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere while ensuring clients' dignity, privacy, and rights are respected. Health and safety regulations must be followed, and the well-being of seniors during activities is paramount. Confidentiality of client information is essential. Collaboration with team members, students, volunteers, and families is expected to meet participants' holistic needs. Organizing and maintaining activity supplies and equipment is also a responsibility. The role includes participating in team and case management meetings, and providing support to caregivers through education and support groups.

Requirements

Post-secondary diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, recreational therapy or a related field.
Recreational therapy experience, especially as it relates to seniors with physical or cognitive impairment.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in providing supportive care and/or services to seniors in a group setting.
Familiarity and understanding of Italian culture.
Must be fluent in Italian.
Demonstrated ability in developing, implementing and evaluating programs.
Must have current WHMIS, First Aid training and Food Handling certificates (or willingness to obtain).
Must undergo and successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) as a condition of employment.
Passionate about working with individuals with the diagnosis of dementia.
Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic individual capable of planning and executing a wide range of activities tailored to seniors with dementia.
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, Excel, and online platforms is essential.

Responsibilities

Develop, plan, and deliver culturally safe and linguistically competent activities to support elderly persons living with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementia.
Build and maintain constructive relationships with each client and family members to enable productive and effective communication and ensure sustainable and holistic care support plan.
Lead and assist in the implementation of recreational activities, ensuring that seniors actively participate and enjoy themselves.
Foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all participants.
Ensure clients’ dignity, privacy and rights are well respected and protected in the program.
Support the implementation of health and safety regulations in accordance with program requirements and organizational guidelines.
Ensure the safety and well-being of seniors during recreational activities, considering any physical limitations or special needs.
Be alert to safety concerns and respond promptly.
Maintain confidentiality of client’s information, care plan and records.
Work collaboratively with other service team members, placement students, volunteers, and families, ensuring participants’ holistic needs are met.
Organize and maintain supplies, equipment, and materials needed for various activities.
Ensure they are well-stocked and readily available.
Participate in team meetings and attend case management meetings with family and clients.
Provide support to caregivers including planning and facilitating caregiver education and support groups.