Join a company that believes in Making Today Great! Work in a spectacular Retirement Community at the picturesque Carleton Place in the Ottawa Valley. Be a part of a team that shares a passion for making a positive impact and see why we are Happier Here!
Enjoy competitive salary and health benefits, team meals, vacation, sick pay and pay incentive premiums. Must be able to work Weekends!
You have a passion to raise the bar in the Retirement industry. You are an energetic, motivated leader who is able to inspire others to provide the highest standards of performance and customer service.
At V!VA Retirement Communities, we put people first. We are looking for just the right person who shares V!VA’s mission - Making Today Great!
The Career
Lifestyle Assistant reports to the Lifestyle Manager. In accordance with V!VA’s vision and values the Lifestyle Assistant is responsible for the delivery of activities as designated in the Lifestyle program.
Key Responsibilities :
- Deliver suitable and safe group and individualized activities to Community Members in accordance with the Lifestyle program and in collaboration with volunteers
- Organize designated activities including preparation of materials and environment
- Assist with the planning and organization of activities that are designed to maintain and improve the quality of life for Community Members
- Maintain accurate documentation of activities including evaluation of individual program plans and individual Community Member plans
- Participate in regular review of the Lifestyle program in consultation with the Lifestyle Manager
- Perform work in an ethical framework, which supports the rights and interests of our Community Members
- Provide appropriate support in the orientation of new team member and / or volunteers
- Assist with the development of monthly newsletter and activity calendar
- Apply principles of privacy and confidentiality to all work practices
- Maintain a duty of confidentiality to all Community Members, clients, volunteers and team members
- Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Relevant experience facilitating activation programs within the Retirement Living industriesPost secondary education in Recreation, Activation or Health Care, or working towards Personal Training Certification, Fitness Instructor Certification and / or Aqua CertificationExcellent communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated experience interacting with a wide range of peopleAbility to establish and maintain professional and appropriate relationships with Community Members, their families / representativesCommitment to respecting the values, customs, preferences and spiritual beliefs of Community Members and their families / representativesCommitment to maintaining confidentialityAbility to adapt to the changing needs of older adultsComputer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the use of Internet resourcesAbility to work as part of a team and demonstrated use of initiativeSatisfactory Criminal Reference Check result with Vulnerable Sector SearchValid Driver's License with a good driving record, an assetWilling to get a class F (small bus) Driver's LicensePositive attitude, enthusiasm and energyAble to bend, stretch, sit and stand for long periods. Ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbsAbility to work flexible hours including holidays, evenings and weekendsAbility to effectively communicate in verbal and written EnglishV!VA Retirement Communities welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Successful Applicants will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada for the next 6 months.
V!VA Retirement works and operates in the vulnerable sector and the well-being of our community members and team members is important. For this reason, V!VA Retirement Communities requires all new team members are vaccinated for COVID-19.
Accommodation, including for those who cannot be vaccinated for COVID-19 due to religious or medical reasons, will be provided in accordance with V!VA Retirement’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, as amended from time to time, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as amended from time to time.
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