Active Living

2 weeks ago

Nanaimo, Canada Berwick Retirement Communities Full time

**Join Our Team**

Since opening our first retirement residence in 1989, Berwick Retirement Communities has been committed to offering quality retirement living and now owns **eight** residences across BC. We are proud to be island owned & managed.

Berwick Retirement Communities promotes an environment which integrates hospitality with superior customer service and care. As a member of the Berwick team you will uphold a philosophy that respects choice, independence and autonomy for our residents.

**Berwick on the Lake **retirement community is looking for an **Active Living Assistant** **(Recreation)** who is reliable, authentic, and excited to make a difference in the lives of people. As part of a dynamic team environment, your unique sense of humour, optimism, and ability to work well with seniors, will lead to a flourishing career with a company that supports your personal and professional growth.

**Schedule**:
This position is **casual** and the hours will be as needed.

**Pay**:
Starting Wage is **$23.38** (Includes covid-19 wage subsidy), plus existing differentials.

**Benefits**:

- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted Meal Program
- Complimentary Onsite Gym Use
- Vacation Starting at 6%
- Employee Perks Discount Program

**Job Summary**:
Reporting to the Active Living Manager or Active Living Coordinator on duty, and in accordance with the Berwick values and philosophy, this position performs a variety of manual, clerical and routine support functions in connection with active living programs at Berwick. The Active Living Assistant supports the delivery, and may assist with planning, of active living programs as directed by Active Living Manager or Active Living Coordinator. Provides residents with a safe and comfortable environment by remaining aware of, and following health and safety policy and procedures. May be responsible for “Emergency Response” for the building and its occupants during designated evening shifts and/or on bus outings.

**Skills**:

- Excellent communication skills, tact, diplomacy and good judgment
- Strong ability to motivate others through gentle persuasion to achieve the desired result
- Demonstrated ability to work well with seniors and the general public
- Professional, confidential and strong time management skills
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and be well organized

**Qualifications**:

- Class 4 BC Driver’s License would be an asset
- Food Safe Level 1 Certification if handling or serving food
- Valid Emergency Level 1 First Aid Certificate and CPR
- WHMIS Certification
- Proficient with MS Office: Excel, Word and Outlook
- Class 5 Driver’s License is considered an asset.

**Experience**:

- Related experience working with seniors and/or with supporting recreation or leisure programs would be an asset
- Experience with assisting at events would be an asset

**Personal Competencies**:

- Demonstrates a commitment to providing the highest quality of customer service
- Self driven individual who thrives on working in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and still maintain focus on priorities

Note: *A criminal record check is required pursuant to the Criminal Records Review Act for working with vulnerable adults. Current TB test and proof of Covid-19 Vaccination also required.
- **What our staff are saying about working with Berwick Retirement Communities**:_
- I love working at Berwick. Each day presents different opportunities to challenge ourselves. I get to work closely with staff and residents to ensure that the programs we offer are the highest quality and most up to date. We have such a great team that supports each one other and inspires me to do my best_.
-**:

- **_Jacqueline, Active Living Manager, Berwick on the Park since 2017._
- It has been my pleasure to work at Berwick these past years as a Resident Care Aide. I have enjoyed sharing many touching moments with residents and staff; they are all like family to me._
-**:

- **_Heather, Enhanced Living Services, Berwick House since 2008._
- Working at Berwick has been a very meaningful and rewarding experience. Being able to connect with the residents and the staff in many different aspects makes each day special. The teams all work well together and complement one another to make your day feel very successful._
- Melissa, Operations Support Manager Berwick on the Lake since 2021._
- I love working with the Marquise and Berwick team. Together we are a family who demonstrates pride, dedication, loyalty within our team. It is so easy to come to work when you absolutely love your job. It is a pleasure to watch my team grow with our residents as it brings them so much joy to listen to their stories; residents become our family as well._
- Marlo, Director of Hospitality, Marquise Hospitality at Berwick Comox Valley since 2015._

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: From $23.38 per hour

Application question(s):

- Have you had both Covid-19 vaccinations?

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