Recreation Aide - Full Time Temporary

Northridge Long Term Care Centre

JOB POSTING: #40-25

DATE: June 17, 2025

Department: RECREATION

Position: Recreation Aide

Temporary or Permanant: Temporary

House: N/A

Missions:

Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Aide assists in the planning, organization, and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.

Responsibilities Include:

Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Recreation Manager and Executive Director.

Assist with the maintenance of appropriate department records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing individual participation, and charting.

Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events.

Attends in service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly.

Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents interest in mind.

Facilitating residents to scheduled and pre-arranged outings.

Assisting with assessment of individual resident activity levels.

Preparing, carrying out, and evaluating daily activities.

Assisting with meal services as required.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Credentials and Experience

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required

• GPA Training

• Previous experience working with seniors

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applicants (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly

• Current (withing 6 months) Vulnerable Sector Screening/Search

Indicate the Job Posting number on the application. Applications to be submitted by June 24, 2025, to the Recreation Manager, who will sign, date and return a copy to you. DO NOT LEAVE UNSIGNED IN A MAILBOX.