Recreation & Leisure Aide - Casual - Brucelea Haven
1 week ago
"Bold and beautiful Bruce County... a healthy, caring community of prosperity and innovation."
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful rural community of Walkerton is Brucelea Haven, a home for 144 residents. Alongside the picturesque Colpoys Bay in Wiarton 100 residents call Gateway Haven Home.
Both homes were built in 2003, replacing existing Homes for the Aged, thereby continuing a tradition of quality care in Bruce County.
The success of the operation of both homes is built on the foundation that this is a true 'home' for all its Residents.
Home is a place where residents may live with dignity and in security, safety, and comfort and have their physical, psychological, social, spiritual and cultural needs adequately met.
This strong foundational belief is encompassed and supported by the legislation and regulations highlighted in "The Residents' Rights" and "The Long Term Care Homes Act 2007"Both Gateway Haven and Brucelea Haven operate as municipal homes, and the not-for profit structure allows for a level of care that is of exceptional quality while also being transparent in operation and accountability
About the Job
Under the direction of the Recreation & Leisure Manager the Recreation & Leisure Aide is responsible to design, coordinate, plan, implement and evaluate a recreation and restorative program calendar of events that meet all five Health Domains - Physical, Social, Intellectual, Emotional and Spiritual.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Assess, plan, organize and evaluate recreation and leisure programs for age appropriateness, and interest level
- Setup or coordinate any required logístical factors for resident programming
- Create referrals for therapeutic services with outside restorative health professionals
- Maintain accurate records for residents which reflect participation in restorative and recreational programming
- Collaborate and participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team to assist in the development of each resident plan of care
Salary & Benefits
Salary
The wage for this position is $25.83 per hour, based on the UNIFOR collective agreement. An additional 4% in lieu of vacation and 12% in lieu of benefits will also be paid.
Benefits:
- Percentage paid in lieu of benefits and vacation
- Wage increases at 6, 12 and 24 months
- Opportunity to enroll into the OMERS pension plan
- Employee referral and signing bonus program
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts to enjoy great savings on entertainment, travel, shopping, health & wellness, sport and more
Health, Safety & Wellness:
- Health & Safety Program
- Workplace Mental Health Program
- Health & Wellness Committee Activities
- Winter Loan Program offering equipment rentals for you discover Bruce County's winter wonderland
Requirements:
- Postsecondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology as per O. Reg. 79 of the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 202
- Proven experience in the development, facilitation and evaluation of recreational and therapeutic programs
- Experience in geriatric rehabilitation or a longterm setting
- Knowledge of pertinent Long Term Care legislation
- Proven effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to interact with residents, families, volunteers, and staff and intervene utilizing diplomatic skills
- Welldeveloped organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to work interdependently
- Conscientious, creative, flexible and motivating attitude
- Basic computer knowledge
- Ability to work with others in a team approach
- Physically able to perform assigned duties within a flexible work schedule
- Genuine interest in the wellbeing of the elderly
- Demonstrated patience, adaptability and flexibility
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to meet and maintain health requirements as per Long Term Care Legislation
- A clear criminal reference and vulnerable sector check
- A twostep TB skin test
- 3 COVID19 Vaccinations
Additional Information
The Corporation of the County of Bruce is an equal opportunity employer committed to barrier-free employment practices. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants in advance, but regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Company
County of Bruce
Location
Brucelea Haven
Opening Date
Jun 12, 2023
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