Activity Aide - Veterans Centre - Temporary part-time 2024-8843
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Toronto, ON-
Number of positions available : 1
- Salary To be discussed
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Contract job
- Published on May 14th, 2024
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Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible
Description
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Summary of Duties:
The Activity Aide, under the leadership of the Activity Aide Supervisor, assists residents to participate in a variety of meaningful activities. These activities include but are not limited to:
- Engaging residents in one-to-one recreational activities
- Escorting residents to and from recreation programs, both on the unit and off the unit
- Preparing residents for meals and assisting as required
- Providing cueing and support to residents regarding their personal care (e.g. assisting to washroom) when requested by staff
- Participate in educational activities and other duties as required
The Activity Aide works collaboratively with the inter-professional team to maintain and enhance the quality of life for the residents. The Activity Aide participates as a member of the team in a manner that reflects the Hospital’s Patient Focused Care philosophy, promoting and maintaining good public relations with residents, families, visitors and Hospital staff.
Qualifications/Skills
- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario Ministry of Education
- Experience working with seniors required
- Dementia care experience required
- Keen interest in working with the elderly
- Completion or current enrolment in post-secondary Human Services programs an asset
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
- Team player
- Computer skills required
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