Recreation / Activity Aide (PV2845)

Recreation / Activity Aide - Agassiz / Glenwood Seniors Community

Pro Vita is looking for Recreation/Activity Aides with a passion for the elderly to join our team to support our residents in Long Term Care in Agassiz.
Conveniently 20 - 30 minute drive from Chilliwack.  

Job Title:   Recreation / Activity Aide (NOC 33109)
Location of Work:  1525 Mackay Crescent, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A3 
Term of Employment:  Casual
Shift(s) Varies day: 9am - 5pm / 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wage*:   $29.83
 
 What we can offer you:

• Extended Health that includes prescription drug coverage, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage, therapy, naturopathy care, osteopathic care, physiotherapy, psychologist care, speech therapy, & more!
• Dental care that includes basic dental, exams, preventative, routine care and dental restorations.
• Group life insurance
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Talent Management Program
• Click to learn more about what we can offer you!

 Recreation / Activity Aide Must Haves:

• Graduation from a recognized institution with a Recreational/Activity Certification or combination of experience/training.
• Holds and Maintains a Valid Class 4 BC driver’s license, as applicable to care home needs.
• Maintains Valid Occupational First Aide Level 1 Certificate including CPR “A”.
• Maintains Food Safe Level 1.
• Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations. 
• Passes and complies with Ministry of Justice Criminal record Check upon hire and every 5 years thereafter. 
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written.

Recreation / Activity Aide Nice to Haves:

• Experience working with seniors is preferred.

Recreation / Activity Aide Responsibilities:

• Participates in the creation, organization and implementation of therapeutic recreation programs such as arts and crafts, exercise, music, woodworking, cooking, baking, gardening, outings and other social programs.
• Teaches, directs and demonstrates activities to residents and volunteers.
• Transfers, porters and ambulates residents to and from activities. Implements ambulation programs as designed/designated by Occupational or Physiotherapy or rehab worker.
• Assists residents at meals, including feeding.
• Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents as required.
• Provides input into planning and evaluating recreation programs by reporting observations and resident feedback to the Recreation Coordinator/Manager.
• Completes recording/ statistical sheets on activities including attendance at each activity.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

If you are a kind, caring individual who enjoys connecting with and making a difference in the lives of elders – Apply Today!
*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, February 2023.
Other Companies Call This Role: 

• Activities Assistant
• Activity Coordinator
• Activities Specialist
• Activity Specialist
• Activities Associate
• Recreation Assistant
• Recreation Coordinator