Recreation Aide
Recreation Aide
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Job Description
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
Highschool diploma required. Must be in enrolled in the Therapeutic Recreation Diploma program or have postsecondary certificate related to Therapeutic Recreation. Prior experience with MDS coding and care planning desirable. Knowledge and/or experience working with the geriatric population. Ability to read and write English as well as to understand verbal and written instructions in English. Demonstrates independence initiative resourcefulness creativity sound judgment and problemsolving skills. Ability to communicate effectively with other staff residents families the public and volunteers. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and complete assignments in a timely manner. Mentally and physically able to perform duties as well as maintaining regular attendance. Computer and technology literacy as required. Complete all education as required by Extendicare.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participates in the planning organizing implementing and evaluation of recreational programs based on the needs interests and abilities of those Residents following assessments.
Maintains appropriate records of planned programs and attendance as they relate to individual residents. Other related records include: cleaning checklists and communication documents.
Actively encourages residents to attend programs by assisting them to events and coordinate with volunteers as needed.
Assists residents with activities of daily living which may include after meal cleaning transporting preparation for outings etc.
Plans and implements therapeutic exercise programs in consultation and collaboration with rehab team.
Accompanies and supervises residents on outings; i.e. museums picnics botanic gardens etc.
Sets up and cleans areas where programs are held including decorating to suit the occasion involving residents as much as possible.
Responsible for assistance in training supervising and evaluating volunteers and Recreation students in the home.
Performs all duties in accordance with the written policies and procedures of Extendicare the facility and the Recreation Department.
Performs all duties in a manner that is safe protects themselves and others and inline with Extendicares OH&S policies and programs in addition to provincial regulations and laws.
Performs duties in accordance with prescribed sanitation and infection control procedures.
Respects residents rights to dignity and privacy and performs duties in a courteous and respectful manner.
Adheres to Standards of Employee Conduct Commitment to Residents Bill of Rights and Extendicare Quality Care Standards as well as the Mission Vision and Values of Extendicare.
Works closely and cooperates with other staff and residents. Maintains good working relationships with other departments.
Participates in committees meetings education inservices as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Time Type:
Part timeWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare youre joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring turn it into a rewarding career withExtendicare!
Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.
Employment Type
Part-Time
