Activationist

**Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association** is a non-profit community services agency. Since 1976, we have provided community support, home and personal health care services in a holistic manner to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those with medical needs in the Greater Toronto, York, and Mississauga regions.

With a staff of 500 members (including full-time and part-time staff) and the support of a pool of 850 active volunteers, we serve over 15,000 clients a year, including seniors and the physically disabled; 3,000 of whom are "home-bound" and frail.

**TITLE**:Activationist

**TERM**: Full-time Permanent

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Plan, develop and implement social recreation program based on the physical cognitive and social functioning of the individuals
- Implement and directs daily, weekly and monthly activation and therapy programs in group setting or one on one basis
- Plan and facilitate recreation activities over Zoom meeting for virtual based clients
- Conduct recreational assessment for new participant upon new admission to day program. Monitor the progress and report on any changes
- Participate in meeting to share information regarding participants’ progress as a member of the multi-disciplinary care team
- Communicate effectively with community based resources including community groups, speakers and other health professionals

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Post-secondary degree or diploma in related field
- At least 2 years experience in health / social or geriatric related field
- Experience in planning developing and facilitating social program in big group setting
- Strong interpersonal, management and problem solving skills
- Proficient computer skills in Windows and Microsoft Office, Zoom and other virtual platforms
- Proficiency in English and a second language reflecting the community served, such as Cantonese or Mandarin is an asset
- Ability to work independently and to collaborate with team members and volunteers
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certification
- A valid vulnerable sector police record check completed within one year

**Benefits**:

- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- RRSP match
- Comprehensive Orientation Program
- Training and Education Subsidy

**COVID-19 Precautions**:

- Carefirst has mandated a COVID-19 vaccination policy in place unless with exemption on a medical or other protected ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code._
- Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are also committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Language**:

- Cantonese (preferred)
- Mandarin (preferred)
- Punjabi (preferred)
- Hindi (preferred)
- Urdu (preferred)
- Tamil (preferred)

Work Location: In person