Temporary 60 Hour Biweekly Recreation Aide

1 week ago

Edmonton, Canada Extendicare Full time

Temporary 60 hour Biweekly Part-Time Recreation Aide at Extendicare Holyrood in Edmonton, Alberta

Reporting to the Recreation Therapist, the Recreation Aide provides Recreation Services in the area of Resident programming and care.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Assumes responsibility under the supervision of the Recreation Therapist for the implementation and maintenance of Resident programming in groups or individually.
- Supervise Volunteers & Students during Program Implementation.
- Communicates with other team members who provide Resident Care Services.
- Encourages and motivates Residents to reach and maintain their maximum potential; records Resident participation in programs, maintains Resident statistics, assists & plans special events.
- Plan & implement One to One Visits & Small Group Programs.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Proof of successful completion of an approved Recreation and Leisure Services /Gerontology Diploma or Degree program required.
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one/group program planning, care planning, resident assessments, implementation and evaluation for geriatric population especially those cognitively impaired.
- Read, write and communicate fluently in English
- Physically capable of performing duties required in a fast paced environment
- Able to work within an interdisciplinary team
- Have critical thinking skills and be able to problem solve
- Must be able to work with mínimal supervision and accept responsibility for delegated functions and have a strong ability to prioritize and organize tasks
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

**C**losing Date**:**October 15, 2025**

**Start Date**:To Be Determined**

Interested applicants may forward their resume in confidence no later than October 15, 2025 to the attention of:
Corrie Shannon, RT

Extendicare Holyrood

8008-95 Ave

Edmonton, AB T6C 2T1

**Time Type**:
Part time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

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