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Description Position at VON Canada (Nova Scotia) Requisition Details: Employment Status: Permanent, Part-time (0.6 FTE) Program Name: Adult Day Program Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 45 (Mon, Tues, Thurs)Work Schedule: DaysOn Call: NoArea of work: Pictou CountyExisting Vacancy: Yes – we’re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this positionJob Summary:The Activity Aide provides quality support and care for individuals attending the Adult Day Programs by implementing planned program of activities within the framework of continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), VON philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and applicable legislation.Key Responsibilities:Contributes to the development of the service plan for each client attending the Adult Day Program. Implements, evaluates and revises service plans on an ongoing basis in collaboration with the family/caregivers and internal team.Collaborates with the Recreational Therapist and/or Program Coordinator in planning and implementing social and recreational programs.Participates in group activities to stimulate mobility, language, reminiscing, group identity and listening skills of clients.Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as required (toileting, personal hygiene, medication assistance.Collaborates with the team to identify risk factors and introduce interventions to minimize and eliminate client incidents.Ensures safety and security measures for the client, volunteers and staff.Utilizes volunteers’ talents and expertise within the program.Other duties as assigned. Common Responsibilities:Promotes the goals and values of VON and their role as an integrated community care provider Promotes a safe and healthy workplace ensuring workplace conduct and activities are in accordance with the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and compliant with the VON Safety Management System, including all Policies, Safe Work Practices and Procedures Abides by all VON policies and work practices Abides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations and practices and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place within their role Works in collaboration with other staff in a team approach to service delivery External and Internal Relationships:Collaboration with Program Coordinator, Recreation Therapist, RPN, Supervisor and Manager Education, Designations and Experience:Diploma or Certificate from a Community College level program or equivalent in health care, social science or recreation with an emphasis on Gerontology Current First Aid and CPR and Food Handler’s certificates required Certification with GPA, Montessori an asset 1-2 years of recent experience in Adult Day Services or working with groups of clients is an asset. Experience in working with adults, especially individuals (and their caregivers), with Alzheimer disease and other cognitive impairments and/or physical disabilities in a social setting a requirement Skill Requirements:Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Good observational skills related to client functioning abilities. Awareness of community resources. Ability to take direction, as well as to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Other:A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be requiredWorking conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements. Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its’ discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates. VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.