Recreation Aide
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Job Summary
The Recreation Aide is responsible for engaging residents through meaningful events and activities that foster positive relationships amongst residents family members and employees.
They are team players with a passion for providing exceptional service and support have an empathetic and respectful approach and a continuous improvement mindset. They take pride in their work and ensure residents needs are being met.
Objective:
Ensure the provision of high-quality standards as they relate to activities and resident engagement at The Berkeley.
Program Implementation:
- Facilitate scheduled recreation activities at The Berkeley.
- Complete and update resident social profiles.
- Organize equipment and/or supplies required for each activity.
- Take an active role in evaluating programs for fresh ideas and continuous quality improvements.
- Facilitate and modify activities as required to suit individual capabilities.
- Drive and escort residents during outings.
- Train and oversee volunteers.
- Maintain records of resident participation.
Minimum Requirements:
- Recognized training and/or experience in recreation and/or gerontology an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver and lead appropriate recreation and leisure activities for seniors.
- Previous experience working with seniors in a retirement community setting is an asset.
- Valid NS Drivers License and clean drivers abstract.
- First Aid and CPR certificate.
- Ability to work a variety of shifts: days evenings weekends and holidays.
- Excellent organizational time management and problem-solving skills.
- Empathy for and an understanding of older adults aging in place and cognitive impairment.
- Be fun and engaging!
Note: 20-25 hours per week with the potential to pick up more hours in other locations.
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Food Service
- Kitchen Experience
- Dietary Aide Experience
- Serving Experience
- Cooking
- Dietary Department Experience
- Sanitation
- Food Production Experience
- Meal Preparation
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