Activity Aide (Contract) - Sumac Lodge

Description

The Activity Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Recreation Manager & Executive Director;

• Assists with the maintenance of appropriate department records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing individual participation, charting;

• Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events;

• Attends in-service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly;

• Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents' interest in mind;

• Facilitating residents to scheduled and pre-arranged outings;

• Assisting with assessment of individual resident activity levels;

• Preparing, carrying out and evaluating daily activities;

• Assisting with meal services as required;

• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);

• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;

• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required

• Previous experience working with seniors

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly

• Valid provincial driver's license to transport residents by van (i.e.: Class 4; Class F)

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one