Recreation Therapy Aide

Make an Impact on Seniors' Health!

SE Health Recreation Therapy Aides are the best of the best. We provide care and independence to our residents, using a client- and family-centred approach that incorporates the most current research into practice. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a diverse and collaborative care team where you’ll apply your skills – and your heart – to provide services that support our residents to live and age well. You’ll make a difference in their lives, and they’ll make a difference in yours!

The Bow River Seniors Lodge is a 60-unit Supported Living facility in Canmore, Alberta: 30 units SL4 and 30 units SL4D. SE Health (SE) will be providing care management services, and Bow Valley Regional Housing (BVRH) will be providing hospitality and accommodation services.  

Status: Casual

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Recreation Therapy Aide is a key member of the care team who provides care for residents living in senior living facilities using a client and family-centred approach that incorporates the most current research into practice.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include, but not limited to:

• Carries out established recreation and leisure programs
• Works with the Recreational Therapist and residents to develop innovative recreation and leisure programs
• Coordinates opportunities for residents to be as fully involved and independently responsible as possible
• Assists, encourages, and motivates residents to participate in programs
• Assists residents to, during, and from programs as necessary.
• Ensures residents’ rights are maintained
• Ensures recreation equipment and supplies are used, maintained, and stored in a safe, clean, and efficient manner.  Reports unsafe or faulty equipment to the manager
• Actively participates in continuous quality improvement programs, meetings, committees, and educational in-services as required
• Promotes and publicises programs and special events
• Maintains appropriate documentation as per policy and procedures, confidentiality, and security.
• Encourages residents to be volunteers in their own community
• Involvement with welcoming the admission/orientation of new residents
• Maintains a current knowledge of Administrative and emergency policies and procedures, and participates in fire evacuation drills

• Performs other related duties to ensure quality holistic resident service

   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 Diploma
• Certificate in Recreation/Leisure Studies.
• At least 1 year of recent related experience (seniors living, group leadership, music, arts and crafts, and fitness)
• Demonstrated ability to initiate programs and organise recreational activities.
• Up-to-date immunisations.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Ability to lift up to 25 kilograms, and frequent movement and bending
• Must be free from any allergies or related conditions that may be aggravated by working with pets
• Ability to communicate and establish harmonious relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and visitors of the facility.
• Excellent written and oral English skills
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision

• A vehicle and a valid driver’s license are assets.

   

About SE Health 
 
SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realise their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together. 
 
COVID-19: To protect the health of our clients, teams, and communities, all SE Health employees must be fully vaccinated (two doses, 14+ days since the final dose). 
 
Accessibility: If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition at careers@sehc.com. 

Please apply online WynBassendowski@sehc.com