Recreation Assistant- Burlington - Acclaim Health
Description
_FULL TIME - Tuesday - Saturday 8:30am - 5:00pm_
Create magic every day for older adults
Our Recreation Assistants provide enriching, exciting and innovative care for our club members, who are people living with dementia and other cognitive and physical challenges.
With a ratio of one staff member for every four club members, you'll have the time to really get to know the people you're caring for.
You'll also be surrounded by a team of caring, supportive and incredibly professional colleagues who work together to provide extraordinary care.
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches to Dementia Care Certification
- CPR and First Aid (coming soon)
- Food Handling Certification
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
- Assists in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of therapeutic social and recreational programs for older adults with cognitive impairments.
- Effectively utilizes recognized communication and behaviour management strategies for working with persons with dementia.
- Assists in evaluating individual clients' plan of service and monitors clients' needs and behaviour in order to modify and update the plan.
- Assists with clients' medications in accordance with caregiver instructions and following company policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Assists clients with activities of daily living including eating, toileting and mobility as required.
- Performs other related duties associated with the department as requested by the Supervisor or Director.
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:
- Community College Certificate in health/social science or equivalent
- Certification in Gentle Persuasive Approaches to Dementia Care will be provided
- Certification in CPR and First Aid
- Certification in Food Handling will be provided
- Current TB test (completed within the last 6 months)
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Minimum 1 to 2 years experience in gerontology and working with cognitively impaired older adults.
- Understanding and knowledge of Alzheimer Disease and related disorders.
- Strong verbal and written communication, assessment and interpersonal skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
SALARY & COMPENSATION:
- $21.40-$23.22 ($ $20.22 per hour plus a $3.00 extra per hour pandemic wage enhancement for direct client care)
- Defined contribution pension plan (company match of 3%)
- 3 weeks paid vacation
- 7 paid sick days (two of which can be used as personal days)
- Health and dental benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
We recognize that our work environment is stronger - and our care more effective - when it includes people of equity-seeking groups, including those of varying race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, family status or disability status.
Please note - only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
Salary:
$21.40-$23.22 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you available Tuesday
- Saturday from 8:30am 5:00pm?
Experience:
- gerontology and working with cognitively impaired seniors: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Community College Certificate in health/social science (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
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