Activity Aide (RPT 0.8)

Employment Status : Regular, Part Time (0.8 FTE)

Program Name : Adult Day Program

Number of Hours Bi-Weekly : 60

Work Schedule : Days, Evenings

Union / Bargaining Unit : CUPE

On-Call : Yes

Job Summary :

The Activity Aide provides quality support and care for individuals attending the Adult Day Programs by implementing planned program of activities within the framework of continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), VON philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and applicable legislation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Contributes to the development of the service plan for each client attending the Mobile Adult Day Services Pilot Project.
• Implements, evaluates, and revises service plans on an ongoing basis in collaboration with the family / caregivers and internal team.
• Collaborates with the Recreational Therapist and / or Program Coordinator in planning and implementing social and recreational programs.
• Participates in one on one activities to stimulate mobility, language, reminiscing, group identity and listening skills of clients.
• Assists clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as required (toileting, personal hygiene, medication assistance).
• Collaborates with the team to identify risk factors and introduce interventions to minimize and eliminate client incidents.
• Ensures safety and security measures for the client, volunteers and staff.
• Utilizes volunteers’ talents and expertise within the program.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities : Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements.

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