Recreation Assistant

2 weeks ago


London, Canada McCormick Care Group Full time

**Adult Day Program and Long Term Care Home**

**Recreation Assistant - Permanent Full Time**

**Summary of Position**
- Responsible for delivering recreational programs designed by the Recreation Specialists that respond to the physical, psychological, social and spiritual well-being for clients with Alzheimer Disease and Other Dementias.
- Communicates with the Recreation Specialist in developing and updating individual care plans
- Shared line between the Home and Adult Day Program

**Background/Qualifications**
- Completion of a University Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or College Diploma in Recreation
- Two (2) to five (5) years work experience with cognitively impaired and/or frail elderly populations providing leisure/recreation activities
- Knowledge of symptoms associated with stages of ADRD
- Competency in working with clients with responsive behaviours
- CPR certification at the Heartsaver level
- Ability and knowledge to work within a computerized environment
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary work environment
- Demonstrated commitment to relationship-centred care.
- Must be able to perform all duties utilizing the core Values of McCormick Care Group: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Collaboration.

Applicants will be shortlisted based on comparison of the qualifications listed on the posting and the applicants resume and cover letter. The position will be awarded to the most qualified applicant based on experience, education, skill set, and organizational fit in relation to the core values and relationship centred care core competencies of McCormick Care Group.

McCormick Care Group is committed to the fundamental principles of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating employees fairly, with respect and dignity, and offer equal employment opportunities based upon an individual’s qualifications and performance.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 519-432-2648 ext. 2303.

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

**Salary**: $23.83 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- London, ON N6K0A8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have a diploma or degree specifically in Therapeutic Recreation?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-06-23



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