Recreation Aide - Surrey, Canada - Rosemary Heights Seniors Village
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4 weeks ago
Description
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under the direction of the Recreation Manager and/or designate, assists in the planning, implementing and evaluation of activity programs to meet the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and cultural needs and interests of the residents/tenants.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Include but not limited to:
- Assists in the development of recreation and leisure services including program research development, implementation and evaluation as required.
- Carries out established recreation programs including, but not limited to, outings, exercises, crafts, social events, entertainment, games, music, etc.
- Assists in the completion and posting of monthly calendars and newsletters outlining programs and services available to residents/tenants and families as required.
- Assists in the co-ordination of external groups to provide in-house programs as required.
- Assists residents to, during, and from programs as required.
- Assists, encourages, and motivates residents/tenants to participate in recreational activities.
- Observes and reports any changes in residents/tenants to supervisor and/or nurse and documents as per policy and procedures.
- Ensures recreational equipment and supplies are used, maintained and stored in a safe, clean, and efficient manner. Reports unsafe or faulty equipment to supervisor.
- Actively participates in C.Q.I. program, meetings, committees and educational in-services as required. Assists in the maintenance of statistical records.
- Provides guidance, assistance and support to volunteers. Assists Recreation Manager or designate in the evaluation processes of volunteers. Assists with admission/orientation of new residents/tenants
- Encourages residents/tenants as volunteers in their own community.
- Performs other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A two year Recreation or equivalent Diploma; or at a minimum a Residential Care Aide with a Recreation/Activity Certificate.
- Experience in a senior's focused environment preferred, Dementia course an asset.
- Basic First Aid Certificate (Current).
- Food Safe Course or equivalent (Current).
- Valid Class 4 (Unrestricted) BC Driver's License as required.
- All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills including Word, Publisher, and Outlook.
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