Activity Worker

16 hours ago

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada NEW VISTA SOCIETY Full time $62,136 per year

New Vista Society is a not-for profit organization staffed and managed by caring people who give the best possible seniors care and provide affordable housing. Our goal is to enrich the lives of residents, families and the community by providing care, support, and housing to seniors and families needing assistance

Join our team of dedicated recreation team and contribute to creating a safe and comfortable environment for our clients. Apply now

Position Overview

We are currently looking to fill a casual position for an Activity Worker at New Vista Society located in Burnaby, BC.

Detailed Overview:

Reporting to the Manager of Recreation the ideal candidate will bring their expertise and skills to provide group and individual activity programs to our residents.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the day-to-day planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents in collaboration with the Recreation Manager
  • Carries out resident activity programs, Sets up, organizes for the activity.
  • Provides guidance to volunteers and demonstrates related techniques as required.
  • Maintains inventory of equipment, tools and identifies supply needs to appropriate staff. Transports a variety of supplies and/or materials as required.
  • Maintains appropriate department records including assessments, care plans, details of participation and attendance level and progress within the recreation program.
  • Effective and professional communication skills with all facility departments, residents, families and volunteers.
  • Reports hazards, unusual occurrences, accidents, and unsafe or faulty equipment/furniture to the Recreation Manager or designate
  • Promotes, monitors, and responds to Resident issues.
  • Attends in-service training and workshops as required by the employer.
  • Supports the NVS Model of Service, Mission, Vision and Values.

Experience and Skills:

  • Grade 12 education
  • College diploma in Recreation, Leisure studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required
  • 2 years experience working in facilities or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.
  • Food Safe Certificate
  • Ability to speak, read and understand English fluently
  • Ability to deal with others effectively
  • Ability to physically carry out the duties of the position
  • Ability to teach and lead groups
  • Ability to organize work
  • Ability to work independently, as well as with the inter-disciplinary team and volunteers
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

If you are passionate and dedicated and enjoy working in a dynamic team environment, we would love to hear from you.

Hours: 09:00-17:00 / 11:00-19:00

Job Types: Casual

Salary: From $29.83 per hour

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $29.83 per hour

Work Location: In person

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