Recreation Aide

This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

About Us

At West Coast Seniors
Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally
committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work
environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the
growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of
memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About
the Role

The Recreation Aide reports to the Therapeutic Recreation Manager/ Recreation
Manager or designate. This role assists in planning, implementing and
evaluating activity programs to meet the holistic needs and interests of persons
served, while maintaining the rights of residents and ensuring they are treated
with respect and dignity.

Responsibilities

Include but not limited to;

1. Be
   an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional
   relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and
   purpose.  
2. Assists
   in the development of recreation and leisure services including program
   research development, implementation and evaluation.
3. Promotes,
   publicizes and carries out established recreation programs such as outings,
   exercises, crafts, social events, entertainment, games.
4. Assists
   in the completion and posting of monthly calendars and newsletters outlining
   programs and services available to residents/tenants and families.
5. Coordinates
   external groups to provide in-house programs.
6. Assists
   residents and provide portering to and from programs as required
7. Observes, documents and reports
   any changes in residents to the supervisor and/or nurse.
8. Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through:
   • accident prevention, 
   • knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations, 
   • the
     safe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs are necessary,
     and
   • Utilizing
     infection control procedures

1. Maintains appropriate
   documentation as per policy and procedures, confidentiality and security.
2. Actively participates in
   orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and
   educational in-services.
3. Assists
   in the maintenance of statistical records using programs such as Activity Pro,
   Point Click Care, etc. 
4. Assists with orientation of new
   residents and encourages residents to participate or volunteer in their own
   community.
5. Provides guidance, assistance and
   support to volunteers, while assists in the evaluation of volunteers.
6. Performs
   other related duties as required.

Qualifications
& Skills:

1. Grade
   12 Education
2. A two-year
   Recreation or equivalent Diploma; or at a minimum a Health Care Aide with a
   Recreation/Activity Certificate.
3. Previous
   experience in a senior's focused environment an asset.
4. Dementia
   course an asset.
5. Valid First Aid Level 1
   Certification.
6. Serving It Right Certificate.
7. Food Safe Level 1 Certificate an asset 
8. Valid Class 4 (Unrestricted) BC Driver's License. 
9. All successful applicants must
   pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial
   guidelines.
10. Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment. 
11. Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions. 
12. Good interpersonal and
    organizational skills.
13. Basic
    computer skills including Word, Publisher, and Outlook.

West Coast Seniors Housing Management

 is an equal
opportunity employer.