Recreation Aide

**This is Us**
The Hamlets has been providing residential care throughout British Columbia and Alberta since 1989. The Hamlets at Duncan is our newest location, with over 100 team members across all disciplines caring for and providing services to over 140 residents in long-term care and assisted living.

The Hamlets has developed innovative Communities of Care, with the goal to provide care homes that have a home-like environment for our residents. Nearly 1,000 residents in British Columbia and Alberta call The Hamlets home, with our focus on helping them live life to the fullest.

Our team members are considered to be part of a family. They are viewed as extremely valuable and an integral part of what makes The Hamlets who we are. Every team member plays an important role in caring for our residents, by providing a friendly and professional environment. At The Hamlets, we strive to provide our team members with a strong work/life balance, ensuring they have the opportunity to enjoy what the Cowichan Valley has to offer. Natural beauty, extraordinary food and drink, artistic and creative and creative brilliance - so much of what is best in life is close by in Duncan and the Cowichan Valley.

**This is You**
You went into healthcare because you want to make a positive impact in the day to day lives of the people to whom you provide care. You work well independently but like to be part of a multidisciplinary team. You believe in open, positive communication and in contributing to make your place of work great. You enjoy the variety that working with people brings to your workday.
This is the Opportunity
We have an openings for a part-time Recreation Aide. We have a 100% employer-paid benefit plan, with extended health care and dental care, and an RSP program, available based upon employment status.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Assist residents to and from recreation programs.
- Assist in the planning and organization of recreation programs to meet the physical, social, intellectual, emotional, spiritual needs and interests of the residents, such as trivia, music, cooking, gardening, exercise, etc.
- Participate in the supervision of volunteers and students.
- Prepare areas for each program, maintain recreation equipment, and keep areas clean, tidy, and safe.
- Check that residents have appropriate clothing and necessary equipment for recreation programs outside of the facility.
- Make posters, decorate for seasonal events, and keep residents informed of upcoming events.
- Check recreation supplies and advise the manager when new supplies are required.
- Monitor and evaluate resident progress and make recommendations on placement of residents in appropriate recreation programs.
- As directed by the Recreation Manager, to interview residents/family as necessary to gain information on residents’ past activities and lifestyles.
- Maintain a good working rapport with other departments in the home and the outside community.
- Report all incidents and accidents within the recreation department immediately.
- Attend and participate in workshops and seminars, etc. to keep abreast of current changes in the health care field.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant facility policies and procedures.
- Perform other related duties as required.

**Attributes and Qualifications**
- Diploma/degree in therapeutic recreation from a recognized recreational program, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
- Minimum of one (1) year recent related experience in recreation or activities within a long term care facility;
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification;
- Class 4 Driver’s License;
- Food Safe, Serving It Right, and WHMIS Certification;
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing;
- Must be free from communicable diseases and be well groomed;
- Must have experience in recreation programming with the target population; experiences with other populations could be an asset;
- An understanding and working knowledge of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia would be beneficial;
- Must demonstrate concern and interest in providing quality care to residents and be able to stimulate residents’ interest in the recreation programs;
- Must be able to establish and maintain harmonious relations with residents/clients and their families, volunteers and other staff;
- Ability to be tactful and diplomatic with residents, resident families, and staff;
- Must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team;
- Must have a proven track record exhibiting the temperament and personality to work in a long-term care facility;
- Must be creative and flexible in carrying out recreation programs;
- Must be organized and have the ability to multitask;
- Must be in good health and have the physical capabilities that are compatible with walking, bending, and lifting residents, handling recreation equipment, moving furniture