Recreationist

ABOUT US

Almost million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Supervisor, Recreation and Resident Wellbeing,, is responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of social, recreational, restorative and activation programs for residents of the Long Term Care facilities to promote social, intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual well being and to ensure clients and visitors are provided with services that reflect the Branch’s commitment to a safe, secure and customer focused environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Plan, develop and implement social recreation programs based on resident needs and interests.
• Organizes events, outings and activities including the setting up of rooms for functions, purchasing supplies and equipment for activation and therapy programs.
• Implements and directs daily, weekly and monthly activation and therapy programs in groups or individually including theme and holiday events, intergenerational programs with schools, physical education and/or therapeutic programs, spiritual programs, resident outings etc.
• Assesses the needs, abilities and progress of residents on an individual basis by surveying residents, direct observation and liaison with family members.
• Assesses new residents upon admission and monitors progress of residents and reports on any changes.
• Completes documentation on client assessments in accordance with prescribed time frames to meet compliance requirements.
• Communicates effectively with community based resources including community groups, travel services, schools, entertainers, speakers, various community faith groups etc.
• Participates in meetings to share information regarding residents’ progress as a member of the multi-disciplinary care team.
• Participates on committees, task forces and special projects as assigned.
  

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, or other related field.
• Knowledge of the concepts of restorative care as applied in a Long Term Care setting.
• As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC), tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Long-Term Care Homes Act (;
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership.