Activation Assistant

**Activationist Assistant**

**Position Summary**:
The Activationist Assistant provides support and assistance with the implementation of various activation programs within a group setting as well as on a one-to-one basis. The Activationist Assistant is also responsible for taking an active role in the development and implementation of new programs and quality improvement initiatives.

**Responsibilities Include**:

- Conducts individual and group programs under the direction and delegation of the Activationist.
- Assists the Activationist with a variety of day, evening or weekend programs.
- Assists to implement one-to-one and group programs to meet individual needs of specific patients.
- Supports all patient education initiatives
- Collaborates with members of the inter-professional team.
- Maintains regular contact with the Activationist and promptly reports any change in the patient’s status.
- Provides input to the Activationist regarding patient progress or participation in various programs.
- Assists to set up for group and individual programs.
- Assists the Activationist to prepare supplies and other administrative duties related to patient programs.
- Maintains and records patient attendance.
- Transports patients to and from the department.
- Actively participates in staff education within Runnymede Healthcare Centre (RHC).
- Participates in ongoing educational opportunities both internally and externally.
- Supervises Volunteers.
- Assists in monitoring of supplies.
- Assists in maintaining tidiness and safety of the department and equipment.
- Working towards Activation/Recreation Diploma/Certificate from a recognized Community College
- Experience in a Rehabilitation/Complex Continuing Care Hospital or Acute Care Hospital preferred
- Previous experience working with seniors an asset
- Excellent interpersonal skills and above average ability to relate with patients, families and staff members
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage workload
- Demonstrated ability to provide culturally sensitive patient care
- Excellent attendance record
- The ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Experience with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint

While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

Runnymede Healthcare Centre values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA).

Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment.

Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person