Job opportunity
Senior Recreation Programs Assistant
Extendicare
Bring compassionate activity planning and strong communication to Extendicare as a part time Recreation Aide supporting elderly residents.
This Recreation Aide assists with meaningful programs in collaboration with the Recreation Manager and Executive Director. You will assess resident activity levels, prepare daily activities, facilitate outings, and maintain program documentation. The position also involves communication with residents, families, volunteers, and other departmental staff, plus participation in team meetings and in-service education about elderly care trends.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess individual resident activity levels
Prepare and evaluate daily resident activities
Participate in meetings focused on residents’ interests
Facilitate scheduled and pre-arranged resident outings
Assist with meal services as required
Requirements:
College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology, or equivalent
Experience working with seniors
Energetic, compassionate approach to elderly care
Excellent oral and written communication abilities
Current Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one
Help create meaningful resident experiences through organized programming, compassionate support, activity assessment, and effective communication.
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Apply on source site This Recreation Aide assists with meaningful programs in collaboration with the Recreation Manager and Executive Director. You will assess resident activity levels, prepare daily activities, facilitate outings, and maintain program documentation. The position also involves communication with residents, families, volunteers, and other departmental staff, plus participation in team meetings and in-service education about elderly care trends.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess individual resident activity levels
Prepare and evaluate daily resident activities
Participate in meetings focused on residents’ interests
Facilitate scheduled and pre-arranged resident outings
Assist with meal services as required
Requirements:
College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology, or equivalent
Experience working with seniors
Energetic, compassionate approach to elderly care
Excellent oral and written communication abilities
Current Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one
Help create meaningful resident experiences through organized programming, compassionate support, activity assessment, and effective communication.
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