Activation Therapy Assistant

Copernicus Lodge is a not-for-profit, charitable, and ethno-specific organization. Located in the heart of the Roncesvalles community in the heart of west-end Toronto, we provide a continuum of care in a predominantly Polish, Roman Catholic environment to meet the changing needs of our seniors. The Lodge is comprised of an Adult Day Program, 200 independent, affordable self-care apartments with a Supportive Housing program, and a 228 bed Long Term Care home.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative individual to join our Programs & Services team in the role of **Activation Therapy Assistant** who reports directly to the Organization's Programs & Services Director and provides designing and implementing activities and programming for residents, volunteer coordination, and other duties as assigned/required.

**Key Role Duties**:

- Promote and provide a resident-driven approach to care, ensuring that the residents’ Bill of Rights is upheld;
- Develop, implement, and evaluate quality activity programs that reflect residents’ strengths, needs and interests;
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation as outlined in Copernicus Lodge’s policy and procedures and MOH Standards of Care and Services;
- Responsible for completing resident assessments, MDS/RAPs, care plans and progress notes using Point Click Care;
- Maintain records of resident attendance and participation in programs/activities PCC;
- Develop monthly Activity Calendar for assigned RHAs;
- Participate in multidisciplinary care conferences. Liaising with family/next of kin;
- Actively support and participate in Copernicus Lodge’s nurturing life program;
- Participate in the fine dining program;
- Interdisciplinary relations and communications;
- Assist in the supervision and evaluation of volunteers and students;
- Staff development and education;
- Promote and participate in Occupational Health and Safety;
- Practice and adhere to infection control standards and policy and procedures.

**Qualifications**:

- Completion of a post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university’
- At least one year of experience in a health care setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a Multidisciplinary Team.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of information.
- Energetic, motivated and have a good positive attitude.
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
- Oral and written knowledge of the English language. The Polish language is an asset.
- Specialized training in Restorative, Palliative Care, Behavior Management and Complex care is an asset.
- A genuine interest and compassion for the elderly.
- Must be bondable, honest, and trustworthy. Reliable and dependable.
- Must have good computer skills.

Copernicus Lodge is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

Copernicus Lodge is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
- Vulnerable Sector Check;
- TB Skin Testing;
- N95 Mask Fit Test

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From $21.49 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person