Activity Worker

2 weeks ago


Victoria, Canada Sunset Lodge - The Salvation Army Full time

Sunset Lodge is situated on the beautiful Gorge Waterway. Our park-like grounds and a lovely therapeutic garden with views of the waterway are enjoyed year-round by our residents. At Sunset Lodge our goal is to provide quality care to a community of residents where individuality, compassion, dignity, and respect are key ingredients to a safe, holistic, home-like care environment for each resident.

Sunset Lodge is looking for **Activity Aides** ( Recreation Assistants).

Under the direction and supervision of the Recreation and Program Director, the Activity Aide carries out the organization and operation of a wide variety of therapeutic programs with residents and clients in Sunset Lodge. The job will involve following directions, as well as working independently in certain activities.

**_Responsibilities_**
- Activity Aide carries out the organization and operation of programs such as group work, one-to-one exercises, crafts, artwork, music, outings, parties, entertainment, etc.
- Prepares activity areas for programs; maintains supplies and activity equipment and keeps activity areas clean and safe
- Assists residents to and from activities
- Assists with posters, time tables, and helps keep residents and clients informed of upcoming events
- Attends staff development opportunities, especially those relating to therapeutic recreation
- Provides tea and coffee and assists with meals for residents and clients. Participates in specialty meals for residents and/or clients by serving foods from outside vendors.
- Monitors evaluate and document resident and client progress within the recreation/leisure program
- Carries out indoor and outdoor activity programs that will meet the resident's and client's physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs and interests; encouraging participation to maintain optimal involvement and independence

**Education and Experience**:

- Grade 12, completion of recognized recreational courses such as handicrafts plus two years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

**Skills and Abilities**:

- Responsive, outgoing attitude and good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to Teach and organize work.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position and ability to operate related equipment.

**_Salary & Benefits:_**

Corresponding with Facilities/HEU Collective Agreement

**Job Types**: Permanent, Casual

**Salary**: $28.75 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Work Location: One location


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