Job opportunity
Recreationist, Casual, Adult Day Program (Hildegarde)
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Job Code: 27986
Status: Casual
Location: Adult Day Program (Hildegarde)
Union: LiUNA PM
Wage: $27.06 - $29.69
Posting Period:October 21, 2026 - October 27, 2026
The Recreationist develops knowledge about clients in order to respond to their individual and group needs through a process of formal and informal assessment. The Recreationist plans, implements, facilitates, and evaluates individual and group programs suited to the individual needs of the participants. Provides input to the monthly calendar of events utilizing program planning and development. The Recreationist contributes to client care plans with attention to therapeutic and individualized goals and interventions. The position also works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with a focus on the client’s best interests. Emphasizes and encourages participation utilizing client centered approaches tailoring to their strengths, abilities, needs, interests, previous lifestyles and values.
Education & Experience:
Minimum 2 year college diploma or post diploma certificate in recreation and/or leisure studies, or therapeutic recreation, or gerontology
or, active enrollment in such a field of study and completion will be obtained within 1 year
or, current registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in Ontario
Eligibility for registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in Ontario within one year
Experience in working with clients with Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia/disabilities
DementiAbility Methods: The Montessori Way and Gentle Persuasive Approach preferred
Food Handlers Certification and First Aid Certification an asset
Position Duties & Responsibilities:
Plans, implements and evaluates individual programs, group programs suited to the individual client needs.
Acquires knowledge about clients in order to respond to their individual and group needs through a process of formal and informal assessment
Transport residents to and from activities
Assists with orientation, integration and ongoing supervision and evaluation (if required) of volunteers and students
Adapts recreation interventions and programs to meet the needs and modifications necessary for successful inclusion for all clients
Contributes to the Client Care Plan through assessments and Care Conferences
Why Work at Providence Care Community Teams
Providence Care offers a wide range of community services across southeastern Ontario
Community services striving for excellence in care, education and research
Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
Corporate and service specific orientation for new hires
Focus on Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
Locations in Kingston, Belleville, Brockville, Kingston, Napanee and Sharbot Lake
Disclosure:
We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.
Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.
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Apply on source site Status: Casual
Location: Adult Day Program (Hildegarde)
Union: LiUNA PM
Wage: $27.06 - $29.69
Posting Period:October 21, 2026 - October 27, 2026
The Recreationist develops knowledge about clients in order to respond to their individual and group needs through a process of formal and informal assessment. The Recreationist plans, implements, facilitates, and evaluates individual and group programs suited to the individual needs of the participants. Provides input to the monthly calendar of events utilizing program planning and development. The Recreationist contributes to client care plans with attention to therapeutic and individualized goals and interventions. The position also works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with a focus on the client’s best interests. Emphasizes and encourages participation utilizing client centered approaches tailoring to their strengths, abilities, needs, interests, previous lifestyles and values.
Education & Experience:
Minimum 2 year college diploma or post diploma certificate in recreation and/or leisure studies, or therapeutic recreation, or gerontology
or, active enrollment in such a field of study and completion will be obtained within 1 year
or, current registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in Ontario
Eligibility for registration with recognized therapeutic recreation association in Ontario within one year
Experience in working with clients with Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia/disabilities
DementiAbility Methods: The Montessori Way and Gentle Persuasive Approach preferred
Food Handlers Certification and First Aid Certification an asset
Position Duties & Responsibilities:
Plans, implements and evaluates individual programs, group programs suited to the individual client needs.
Acquires knowledge about clients in order to respond to their individual and group needs through a process of formal and informal assessment
Transport residents to and from activities
Assists with orientation, integration and ongoing supervision and evaluation (if required) of volunteers and students
Adapts recreation interventions and programs to meet the needs and modifications necessary for successful inclusion for all clients
Contributes to the Client Care Plan through assessments and Care Conferences
Why Work at Providence Care Community Teams
Providence Care offers a wide range of community services across southeastern Ontario
Community services striving for excellence in care, education and research
Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
Corporate and service specific orientation for new hires
Focus on Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
Locations in Kingston, Belleville, Brockville, Kingston, Napanee and Sharbot Lake
Disclosure:
We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.
Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.
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