Part-Time Recreation Specialist for Adult Day Services
4 weeks ago
Job Code: 12784
Status: Part Time
Location: Adult Day Program - Hildegarde
Union: LiUNA PM
Wage: $25.80
Posting Period: Posted until Filled
The Recreation Specialist plays a vital role within the team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, individualized care for participants in the Adult Day Program (Hildegarde Centre). This position involves the planning, development, execution, and assessment of a diverse activity schedule tailored for clients experiencing dementia-related conditions. The goal is to provide clients with opportunities to maintain their physical, mental, spiritual, and social health, while honoring the core values and mission of Providence Care Centre.
Qualifications & Experience- Completion of an accredited diploma or degree in fields such as Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, Kinesiology, Behavioral Sciences, or a related discipline; or currently enrolled in such a program with graduation anticipated within one year of hire.
- A minimum of two years' experience working with elderly clients in long-term care or similar health care environments.
- Experience with clients diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, dementia, or disabilities.
- Food handling certification required or to be completed prior to employment commencement.
- CPR Basic Rescuer and First Aid certification preferred.
- Training in Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) is an asset.
- Completion of a course focused on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, or demonstrated experience working with individuals affected by dementia is preferred.
- Montessori training program completion is desirable.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and French is preferred.
- Gathers insights about clients to effectively address individual and group needs through both formal and informal assessments.
- Actively engages as a member of the team.
- Designs, implements, and evaluates tailored individual and group programs that align with the clients' unique needs and the overarching activity framework.
- Facilitates the transportation of clients to and from various activities.
- Develops and oversees volunteer/student-led initiatives, utilizing established protocols for volunteer recruitment, orientation, and ongoing supervision.
- Adjusts programs to meet the evolving needs of clients, ensuring the availability of necessary materials and equipment.
- Providence Care provides a comprehensive array of community services throughout Southeastern Ontario.
- Dedicated to excellence in care, education, and research.
- Focus on a person-centered approach to care delivery.
- Attractive salaries, benefits, and pension plans.
- Structured orientation programs for new employees.
- Commitment to a Healthy Workplace and a Culture of Quality.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program available.
- Opportunities for education, mentorship, and bursaries.
- Affiliated with Queen's University, St. Lawrence College, and other academic institutions.
- Service locations include Kingston, Belleville, Brockville, Napanee, and Sharbot Lake.
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Kingston, Ontario, Canada Providence Care Full timeJob Code: 12784Status: Part TimeLocation: Adult Day Program - HildegardeUnion: LiUNA PMWage: $25.80Posting Period: Posted until FilledThe Recreation Specialist plays a vital role within the team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, individualized care for participants in the Adult Day Program (Hildegarde Centre). This position is responsible for the...
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Kingston, Ontario, Canada Providence Care Full timeJob Code: 12784Status: Part TimeLocation: Adult Day Program - HildegardeUnion: LiUNA PMWage: $25.80Posting Period: Posted until FilledThe Recreation Specialist plays a vital role within the team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, individualized care for participants in the Adult Day Program (Hildegarde Centre). This position involves the planning,...
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