Activity Worker 2-baillie House

Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $29.83 - $29.83 / hour Why Fraser Health?:
Are you someone who has a real passion for activity programs? Are you looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? If you've answered yes then keep reading.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your skills, knowledge and expertise as a dedicated **Activity Worker** at **Baillie House - Ridge Meadows Hospital**located in** Maple Ridge, B.C.**

**Located on the north side of the Fraser river** with the Township of Langley across**, Maple Ridge** and Pitt meadows are nestled at the South end of the famous Garibaldi coast mountain ranges. The area boasts unique cultural roots and a vibrant city life with a stunning backdrop. An ideal place to call home for the outdoor enthusiast. Maple Ridge is easily accessible via Golden Ears bridge and major highways from neighboring cities a destination along the scenic highway 7 (Scenic Route 7).Just 45 minutes from Vancouver city centre Click here.

**Build on your education & career experience as you**:

- Carry out established activity programs to support the needs of clients.
- Organize leisure activities as outlined in the care plan.
- Support clients to acquire, develop & enhance recreational skills.

**To join our team you have**:

- Graduation from Grade 12
- Completion of recognized recreational courses with two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is acceptable.
- Completion of Food Safe level 1

**Experience some of the benefits of working with us, including**:

- Career advancement and growth opportunities
- Comprehensive health benefits including extended health and dental 100% paid by us, that cover you and your whole family.
- Health and well-being resources, including an employee and family assistance program.
- Generous vacation time: eligible employees can earn up to four (4) weeks of vacation per year, with the possibility of accruing extra time based on there tenor with us.
- Access to exclusive staff discounts and perks with various partners including, a Transit Incentive Program
- A defined pension plan.
- **_Eligibility is based on employment status_**

**Join our team at Fraser Health
- where cared for people ,care for people.**

Detailed Overview:
Performs a variety of duties to assist with the social/recreational program in Long Term Care. These duties include group and individual activity programs including bus outings, maintaining related records and providing input into the program activities.

**Responsibilities**:

- Under the direction of the Recreation Therapist, carries out individual and group activities, such as table games, current events, sports activities, music, special events and community outings.
- Provides input and feedback with respect to program activities at regular planning meetings, such as resident participation during activities.
- Accompanies residents on community outings.
- Participates in team conferences, staff meetings, in-service education and provides input to resident care conferences.
- Organizes materials required for programs and advises the Recreation Therapist of supply needs.
- Accesses resident comfort funds for outings and shopping and completes documentation relating to use of resident monies.
- Provides direction to volunteers during activity programs and demonstrates related techniques as required.
- Organizes and maintains program activity areas.
- Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:
**Education, Training & Experience**

Grade 12, completion of recognized recreational courses plus two (2) years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Fellburn Care Centre - Food Safe Certification 1

**Skills & Abilities**
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal effectively with others.
- Ability to teach.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.