Program Worker - Halifax, Canada - Northwood

Northwood

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Join the Northwood Team

Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia's most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change.

Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care.

From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people

Reporting to the Adult Day Program Manager.

Qualifications:

Continuing Care Assistant Certification, or equivalent
Diploma from an accredited postsecondary educational institution:
2 year Therapeutic Recreation Diploma
One year of releveant work experience required
Previous Alzheimer's experience required
Previous recreational experienced considered an asset
Food Handlers certificate requred
Alzheimer's course certidficate required
CPR and First Aid certificate required
Crisis Management certificate considered an asset
Demonstrated computer skills, knowledge and experience in Word and Microsoft Outlook
Must have regular and consistent attendance within the Northwood corporate standard.

Responsibilities:

As per Program Worker Job Description

Salary/Benefits:
As per Northwood scale

Hours of Work: 70 Hours Biweekly

Effective:
Immediately
Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only selected applicants for an interview will be contacted.