Recreation / Activity Aide (PV2845)
Job No : PV2845 Location : Agassiz Employment Status : Casual No. of Vacancies : 4 Closing Date : 14 Dec 2024 PST
Recreation / Activity Aide - Agassiz / Glenwood Seniors Community
Pro Vita is looking for Recreation / Activity Aides with a passion for the elderly to join our team to support our residents in Long Term Care in Agassiz.
Conveniently 20 - 30 minute drive from Chilliwack.
Job Title : Recreation / Activity Aide (NOC 33109) Location of Work : 1525 Mackay Crescent, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A3 Term of Employment : Casual Shift(s) Varies day : 9am - 5pm / 9 : 30am - 5 : 30pm Wage
What we can offer you :
Extended Health that includes prescription drug coverage, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage, therapy, naturopathy care, osteopathic care, physiotherapy, psychologist care, speech therapy, & more!Dental care that includes basic dental, exams, preventative, routine care and dental restorations.Group life insuranceEmployee and family assistance programsTalent Management ProgramRecreation / Activity Aide Must Haves :
Graduation from a recognized institution with a Recreational / Activity Certification or combination of experience / training.Holds and Maintains a Valid Class 4 BC driver’s license, as applicable to care home needs.Maintains Valid Occupational First Aide Level 1 Certificate including CPR “A”.Maintains Food Safe Level 1.Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.Passes and complies with Ministry of Justice Criminal record Check upon hire and every 5 years thereafter.Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written.Recreation / Activity Aide Nice to Haves :
Experience working with seniors is preferred.Recreation / Activity Aide Responsibilities :
Participates in the creation, organization and implementation of therapeutic recreation programs such as arts and crafts, exercise, music, woodworking, cooking, baking, gardening, outings and other social programs.Teaches, directs and demonstrates activities to residents and volunteers.Transfers, porters and ambulates residents to and from activities. Implements ambulation programs as designed / designated by Occupational or Physiotherapy or rehab worker.Assists residents at meals, including feeding.Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents as required.Provides input into planning and evaluating recreation programs by reporting observations and resident feedback to the Recreation Coordinator / Manager.Completes recording / statistical sheets on activities including attendance at each activity.Performs other related duties as assigned.Activities AssistantActivity CoordinatorActivities SpecialistActivity SpecialistActivities AssociateRecreation AssistantRecreation Coordinator