Activity Assistant, Long-term Care

6 days ago


Victoria, Canada Island Health Full time

**Job Description**:
Build meaningful relationships with patients and coworkers. Join the Long-Term care team at Island Health

Under the general supervision of a senior position and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team, the Activity Assistant assists with the provision of activation and socialization programs for residents/clients, and providing personal care assistance for resident/client participants as required.

**WHY ISLAND HEALTH?**
We know that the people make the organization. Our team is made up of more than 30,000 health care professionals, including the more than 3,000 doctors, nurse practitioners, midwives that make up our Medical Staff, and 1,000 volunteers. Together, we are committed to providing superior health care through innovation, teaching and research and a commitment to quality and safety - creating healthier, stronger communities and a better quality of life for those we touch. Island Health continues to be selected for top employer awards, including BC's Top Employer (2023). As an organization, we are committed to cultural safety and humility and we demonstrate this through our actions to address Indigenous specific racism, systemic racism and the ongoing impacts of colonialism. The Vancouver Island region offers endless year-round recreation opportunities in a spectacular setting.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:
To join our team, you will have:
Grade 10 and completion of a recognised Activity Assistant Program, plus two (2) years of recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Class IV driver's license (unrestricted).

**Skills And Abilities**:

- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Deal with others effectively.
- Physically carry out the duties of the position.
- Teach.
- Organize work.
- Operate related equipment, such as a 11-25 passenger, lift equipped van.

**Job Requirements**:


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