Lifestyle and Wellness Assistant

Summary 
Reporting to the Lifestyle & Wellness Manager, the Lifestyle & Wellness Assistant is primarily responsible for providing safe, comfortable and enjoyable courtesy shuttle van rides for the convenience of the resident to attend to personal appointments and larger bus outings, promote continued independence and maintain residents' connection to the community. The Lifestyle & Wellness Assistant is also responsible for assisting in the implementation of activity programs that meet the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, vocational, environmental and cultural needs and interests of residents in accordance with established goals and policies. 
 Key Accountabilities

Ensure the safe and timely loading and unloading of each resident

Ensure walkers and/or Wheelchairs are safely loaded and secured in the van 

Punctual for pick up and drop off times for residents

Collaborating with the Recreation Manager/ Reception on organizing time & schedule of trips for each resident.

Prioritize trips that are efficient and take into consideration gas mileage.

Responsible for conducting pre and post inspections pressure of tires, gas fill up and regular maintenance of the Van/ Bus

Organizes and implements indoor and outdoor daily activity programs including exercise classes, entertainment, crafts and related activities which encourage involvement and independence 

Assists in setting the objectives and standards required measuring the success of the programs and ensures the required standards are met

Assists in the development and production of the monthly calendars and other informational material for the residents

Adheres to management policies and procedures of purchasing, ordering, stock and inventory control

Promotes resident participation in programs that meet the 7 dimensions of wellness including social, physical, spiritual, vocational, emotional, environmental and intellectual  activities. Encourage the participation of resident families and the community

Actively participates in the development of the resident profile and conducts regular interviews with the residents to ensure their wellness needs are being met

Participates in resident bus and shuttle outings with other team members as required

Observes and reports any changes in residents' functional and cognitive behavior to the Lifestyle & Wellness Manager

Ensures residents' rights of privacy and confidentiality are maintained except in the proper operation of the business

Ensures that proper security procedures are followed in the handling and storage of any confidential material

Attends approved work-related conferences and seminars to promote and maintain professional development

Ensures that departmental operations comply with all Health and Safety Standards and Regulations

Maintains a current knowledge of and complies with policies and procedures.

Education & Experience

Class 4 Drivers License 
Clear Driving Abstract 

Previous Courtesy Van/Bus Shuttle driver (preferred)

Previous experience in a senior living environment is an asset

Current basic First Aid Certificate

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Familiar & comfortable with google calendars, maps and i-phones and computers. 

Must have the ability to lift up to 10lbs-15lbs

Must possess the qualities and attitude that respects and maintains the spirit, dignity and individuality of the residents and employees

Must have the ability to speak and understand English competently and to understand written and oral instructions in English

Must have the ability to safely and efficiently operate all equipment associated with the duties of the position

Must have the ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with others in the workplace

Must have the ability to be creative and to stimulate interest and participation of residents in the activity programs

Must have the ability to carry out significant amounts of physical movement such as lifting, bending, stooping and stretching

Must have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision

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