Temporary Activity Aide

Extendicare

2d • $24 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our recreation team, you will assume ultimate responsibility for providing high-quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others. This position is for our Extendicare Maple View Home, located in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. What you’ll be doing: Plan, implement and evaluate both individual and group activation programs based on assessed needs and as assigned by the Supervisor. Set up and clean activity areas as necessary and transport residents to and from programs. Monitor the behavior and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate. Participate in the development and revision of programs under the guidance of the Supervisor. Maintain program and resident records according to department policy. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff. Work cooperatively with other departments to meet residents’ needs.

Requirements

• Proof of successful completion of an approved/accredited Recreation and Leisure Services /Gerontology Diploma or Degree program required.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one/group program planning, implementation, and evaluation for both well and the cognitively impaired.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in care planning and resident assessments, and RAI.
• Ability to work independently and ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate new ideas, resident programs, and volunteer initiatives.
• Knowledge and/or experience in working with the geriatric population especially those with cognitive disorders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate both individual and group activation programs based on assessed needs and as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Set up and clean activity areas as necessary and transport residents to and from programs.
• Monitor the behavior and condition of residents during programs and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Participate in the development and revision of programs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy.
• Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.
• Work cooperatively with other departments to meet residents’ needs.

Benefits

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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