Recreationist - Full-time

Trinity Village Care Centre is home to 150 residents and is seeking a driven individual who is motivated by improving healthcare in the community. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of healthcare with Trinity Village Care Centre?

The Recreationist provides rehabilitation and programming activities for those living in long term care and will also provide support to our Adult Day Program.

We’re looking for a motivated, well-rounded individual who is committed to providing compassionate quality programming specifically geared to residents with dementia, and who is interested in researching and implementing new and innovative techniques and interventions.

This is a full-time (75 hours bi-weekly) temporary (approximately one year) position.

Qualifications:

- A degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy; Recreation and Leisure Studies; Kinesiology; or Gerontology from a recognized University or College; or equivalent skills, knowledge, and experience.
- Experience in a health care setting
- Knowledge of Montessori based programs/activities for people with dementia is required.
- Knowledge of RAI MDS and Point Click Care will be required
- A clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record check
- Current CPR and First Aid accreditation
- A Class F Driver’s License would be an asset
- Music and Gerontology courses an asset.

Preference will be given to those with experience in a long-term care setting. Some evening and weekend work is required.

The exact biweekly work schedule would be:
**Week 1**:
Monday: 8:30am-4:30pm

Tuesday: 11:30am-7:30pm

Wed: 8:30am-4:30pm

Thu: 8:30am-4:30pm

Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm

Sat:off

Sun: off

**Week 2**:
Monday: 8:30am-4:30pm

Tuesday: off

Wed: 8:30am-4:30pm

Thu: 8:30am-4:30pm

Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm

Sat: 8am-4pm

Sunday: off

Trinity Village Care Centre requires all new hires to submit proof of negative 2-step TB test and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check prior to start date.

Trinity Village utilizes A.I. in the recruitment process.
- In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process._
- Applicants are required to provide their accommodation needs in advance and submit adequate documentation to support their request for accommodation in the assessment process and/or to perform the essential duties of the posted position. For disability-related accommodation, documentation must be from the applicants' treating physician outlining their functional limitations._

Pay: $22.59 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person