Activity Aide

6 days ago

Whitby, Canada Glen Hill Terrace Full time

**Glen Hill Terrace - 160 bed Long Term Care facility is currently recruiting for part time and casual Activity Aides**

Glen Hill Terrace Christian Homes is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization dedicated to serving seniors with compassion, dignity and respect. We are currently seeking engaged, creative and resident-focused Activity Aides (Part-Time and Casual) to join our Programs team at our Whitby long-term care location.

As an Activity Aide, you will help create meaningful, person-centred recreation experiences that support residents’ physical, cognitive, emotional, social and spiritual well-being.

**Key Responsibilities**

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Activity Aide will:

- Plan, lead and assist with recreation and leisure programs (including group activities and outings) in accordance with residents’ assessed needs, preferences and care plans
- Contribute to and update resident activity care plans and assigned home area activity calendars
- Support residents living with dementia through appropriate, engaging programming
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation related to program planning, delivery and resident participation
- Use recreation equipment safely and appropriately and follow all corporate policies and procedures
- Participate in evaluating programs and services to ensure they are effective, person-centred and aligned with best practices in therapeutic recreation
- Seek guidance from the Program Manager when resident needs exceed scope of practice or experience
- Maintain accountability for completion of assigned audits and support compliance with applicable Ministry of Long-Term Care standards and regulations

**Qualifications**
- Diploma or degree in Recreation/Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field from a recognized college or university
- Experience in long-term care or with older adults (2 years preferred)
- Knowledge of programming needs for older adults, including those living with dementia
- Strong communication skills (both oral and written) and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families and team members
- Ability to follow direction, work effectively within an interprofessional team, and demonstrate excellent customer service
- Basic computer skills
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends

**Additional Requirements**
- A current Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to the Employer; and
- Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination, in accordance with our company’s Coronavirus Immunization Policy.

**Why Join Glen Hill Terrace?**
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every day
- Supportive, values-based environment focused on quality resident care
- Collaborative interdisciplinary team
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development within therapeutic recreation

**Accessibility & Accommodation**

Glen Hill Terrace Christian Homes is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: From $21.28 per hour

Work Location: In person

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