Activity Aide - Winnipeg, Canada - Extendicare

Extendicare

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

Activity Aide

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential.

As a valued member of our recreation team you will be responsible for delivering quality one to one and group programs to our residents.

While following established policies, procedures and standards. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.

This position is for our Extendicare

Vista Park Lodge Home, located in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

What you'll be doing

Plan, implement and evaluate both individual and group activation program based on assessed needs and as assigned by the Supervisor.
Set up and clean activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs. Monitor the behaviour and condition of residents during programs, and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
Maintain program and resident records according to department policy. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.
Work cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs

What you bring

Postsecondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university or enrolled in same required. If enrolled, must complete program within 3 years of hire date.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills.
Knowledge and demonstrated experience in oneone/group program planning, implementation and evaluation for both well and the cognitively impaired.
Ability to work independently and ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to plan, implement, evaluate new ideas, resident programs and volunteer initiatives.
Knowledge and/or experience in working with the geriatric population especially those with cognitive impairments.

What you'll get

Continuous mentorship, support for lifelong learning and growth opportunities
Employee Perks
Recognition Programs
Robust benefits package

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada.

Through our network of over 115 senior care and living centres as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors' population in Canada.

Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 team members are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type:
Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you're joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.