Activities Assistant

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada The Redwoods Full time

**REPORT TO**: Activities Manager

**ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT**: The Redwoods Retirement Residence

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Diploma or Certificate in post-secondary education relating to Recreation OR Fitness OR Social Work OR PSW or other related courses acceptable to retirement living
- Experience working with seniors
- Knowledge and experience of event planning
- Basic computer skills (MS Office) a must
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Experience with and training in dementia care

**ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS**: (not required but asset to have):

- Senior Exercise Certifications
- Inclusion Training
- Food handlers’ course (90 days post hire)
- Smart Serve
- Valid bus driver’s license

**SPECIFICATIONS**:

- Ability to promote an active lifestyle within the greater community.
- Ability to organize, supervise, and direct others; assume and delegate responsibility; accept advice and consultation
- Ability to transfer/transport residents, tables, chairs and activity equipment and assist residents getting on and off the bus
- Excellent organizational, time management and planning skills
- Ability to communicate and be team oriented yet work individually as well
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask and think on your feet
- Exemplary customer service skills

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Assessment of residents related to recreation.
- Plan, implement and evaluate programs that include large groups, small groups and one to one programs.
- Assist and/or lead group or one to one programs.
- Report any incidents or unusual changes in resident behaviour to nursing staff and Activities Manager.
- Remind and direct residents to and from program area.
- Solution based problem solving skills.
- Assist with seasonal decoration.
- Provide direction and supervision to volunteers and students.
- Participate at staff meetings, resident conferences (if required), in-service programs, and other meetings as assigned.
- Facilitate community contacts.
- Assist in maintaining equipment and supplies in a neat and safe manner.
- Maintain work area and storage area in a neat and safe manner.
- Perform related duties as required.
- Report any safety hazards or procedural difficulties to the Management staff.
- Work evenings and weekends as required.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $16.34 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

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