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About the Role

As a Recreation Aide, you will create and implement engaging recreational programs tailored to the unique interests and abilities of each individual resident, fostering meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging. Your role is critical in enriching lives and creating lasting memories.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and refinement of programs and initiatives.
• Prepare daily activities providing physical, cognitive, and emotional enjoyment.
• Support in assessing residents' interests, needs, and progress.
• Maintain accurate records of programs and resident involvement.
• Provide regular updates on resident participation and feedback to the Team Leader.
• Foster social interaction among residents by leading designated activities or special events.
• Assist new residents in getting acquainted with the facility and its recreation program.
• Facilitate introductions to other residents, encouraging conversation and social engagement.

Requirements

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from an indigenous Institute, private career college, college of applied arts and technology, another degree granting Institution or equivalent work experience working with seniors.
• Experience in working with seniors including an understanding of motivation concepts with seniors.
• Understanding of leisure principles.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work permit.
• Must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Criminal Record Check applicable to the appropriate province.

Skills

• Recreation program development
• Resident assessment
• Record keeping
• Activity facilitation
• Social engagement

Location

• Rockcliffe Care Community

Work Type

• Permanent Full-Time

Experience Level

• Equivalent work experience working with seniors

Education Level

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field

Salary/Compensations

• $24.35 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth opportunities

About the Company

• Sienna Senior Living is a purpose-driven organization aspiring to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard, and empowered to do meaningful work.
• We offer programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal, and professional needs.
• We have a welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.

Equal Opportunity

• Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.