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Recreation Assistant

3 weeks ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Region of Waterloo Full time

Recreation Assistant (Resident Care)

Job Number: 3691

Job Type: Temporary Part-Time

Temporary Contract Length: Up to 8 months

Location: 247 Franklin St N - Sunnyside Home

Number of Positions: 1

Division: Community Services

Hours of Work: 46.5 hours biweekly, , ,

  • Week 1: Sun, Tues, Thurs
  • Week 2: Tues, Thurs, Fri
  • Week 3: Mon, Tues, Thurs
  • Week 4: Tues, Thurs, Sat
  • Pioneer Tower/Three Bridges

Union: Unifor 1106

Grade: Unifor 1106 Grade 004

Salary Range: $ $29.20 per hour

Posting Date: November 20, 2025 @ 12:00 AM

Closing Date: November 27, 2025 @ 11:59 PM

About Us

The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations. Waterloo Region is part of the Dish with One Spoon wampum, a treaty guiding our commitment to:

  • Taking only what we need
  • Leaving some for others
  • Keeping the dish clean

This agreement underpins our vision, mission, and core value, and reinforces our dedication to meaningful reconciliation and equity.

Waterloo Region is home to over 674,000 residents and expected to grow to nearly one million by 2051.

Guided by our Strategic Plan, "Growing with Care," we prioritize homes for all, climate aligned growth, equitable services and opportunities and a resilient and future ready organization. Our mission is to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for all residents, while our core value emphasizes caring for people and the land we share. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community.

The Role

To assist the Recreation Therapist in implementing and monitoring leisure activities and programs for the residents of Sunnyside Home; to work collaboratively with the Resident Care Team to provide complementary leisure activities to meet resident goals as identified in the resident's care plan.

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Provides direct care and programming for the residents of Sunnyside Home. Organizes and implements leisure activities designed specifically for program participants.
  • Prepares regular reports on progress and behaviour of participants for the Team Leader, Resident Care or Registered Nurse. Provides input to the Resident Care Team regarding resident needs.
  • Monitors the leisure activities of residents, ensuring their safety at all times. Works one on one or in groups with residents to assist them with leisure activities, which may involve transferring, toileting, and feeding.
  • Assists the Recreation Therapist (Resident Care) by participating in special events, such as bus trips, outings, seasonal social events, teas and pub night.
  • Serves meals/snacks and assists residents with eating during programming. Feeds residents as directed. Cleans residents as required following meals.
  • Adapts leisure activities/programs provided to the specific needs of residents on a given shift and works collaboratively with the Registered Nurse on duty in making the changes required.
  • Operates the Home's wheelchair accessible van for specific planned resident programs.
  • Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the aging process, specifically the stages, manifestations and behaviours of Alzheimer disease; as well as planning and implementing activities for cognitively impaired individuals, normally acquired through the attainment of a Community College Diploma in Recreation, or equivalent, with emphasis on Alzheimer Disease; plus directed related experience in implementing social and recreational programs.
  • Ability to implement therapeutic programs, and adapt activities to level of functioning of individual participants.
  • Ability to read articles, journals, and memos in order to remain up to date and participate in professional development activities.
  • Ability to write reports, purchase requisitions, thank you notes, and to document behaviour, both in writing and through the use of a personal computer.
  • Ability to communicate with cognitively impaired participants, requiring tact and patience and the use of specific communication techniques. Contributes to in-service presentations.
  • A tuberculosis (TB) test and annual influenza immunization are required.
  • Human relations and communication skills sufficient to prevent and/or manage challenging behaviours. Ability to exhibit understanding and empathy for the cognitively impaired and their families; to provide a calm, professional demeanor under stressful situations; and to provide support and participate as an effective member of a therapeutic team.
  • Skill in the use of a personal computer and related software, such as Microsoft Word or Presentations.
  • A valid class "F" driver's license and acceptable driving record are required in order to transport residents using a Regional van/bus.
  • Must provide an acceptable Police Records Check in order to ensure suitability for working with vulnerable populations.
  • Ability to support and project values compatible with the organization.

The Region of Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We actively encourage applications from diverse groups, including Black, racialized, First Nations, Métis, Inuit individuals, women, people with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and are committed to equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion in the workplace.

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