Life Enrichment WorkerPT-Contract

Title of Job:Life Enrichment Worker
Date:May 6 2026
Closing Date:May 20 2026
Location: Toronto ON - Assisted Living - Dunn
Compensation:$50409 - $59904 Annually Prorated
Contract Duration: 12-Month Contract
Work Hours: 20 hours per week
Work Type:Onsite
Job ID:
Existing or New Positions:Existing

• Oversee the assessment of clients to determine theirability for program participation.
• Execute a therapeutic program targeted toward what the client requires most.
• Manage the assessment of physical and social needs of the client to ensure program meets clients needs.
• Observe analyze and record clients participation reactions and progress during programs modifying treatment programs as needed.
• Counsel and encourage clients to develop leisure activities.
• Work with clients treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.
• Conduct recreational therapy sessions to improve clients mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct client in activities and techniques such as sports dance music art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs.
• Work with the Managerto ensure that the personal care plan for each client is in conjunction with the care team and family and based on the clients needs and preferences and monitor each clients progress as it relates to the clients care plan.
• Work with each clients circle of care to supportappropriate transition to Long Term Care when needed.
• Identify areas of risk and recommend and/or take actions as appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate records and files on the provision of service to residents/clients
• Ensure training objectives and requirements are met while ensuring on-going training and development for staff students and volunteers.
• Recognize and communicate training needs of program.
• Undertake special projects and tasks as assigned.
• Provide other duties as assigned by Program Manager

• Degree and/or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or recreation with a therapeutic concentration
• Minimum 2 years experience with vulnerable older adults and seniors who may be living with mental illness cognitive and neurological illnesses addiction challenges and/or responsive behaviors who have been longer term hospital patients.
• Knowledge and training in GPA Montessori Methods for Dementia PIECES and Restorative Care
• Knowledge and proven experience working with clients in a PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) approach.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to organize and work with individuals and groups in the areas of assessment program planning and problem solving.
• Ability to interact with clients in a positive and supportive manner.
• Physically able to perform required duties.
• Good oral and written skills; excellent computer skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with minimal supervision with proven reliability and trustworthiness.
• A valid drivers license and access to your own vehicle is required.
• Ability to communicate in a different language an asset
• An understanding of cultural competency and framework
• Ability to drive agency van

• Will be required to work in resident rooms and may be exposed to second hand smoke.
• Walk up and down stairs physically able to assist client with daily living activities 10%-20% travel to different locations with transit and/or own vehicle outdoor travel Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.

What We Offer:

• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance and long-term disability
• Defined Benefits Pensions Plan
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• E-learning program available all year round
• Starting vacation time above minimum standard
• Additional paid personal and paid sick days
• Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
• Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
• Access to Perkopolis a comprehensive corporate discount program
• Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Maternity-leave Parental leavetop up program

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion collaboration and community delivered with dignity innovation and excellence. LOFTs vision is that together we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontarios diverse community and it is LOFTs goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you dont tick all the boxes but think youd thrive in this role you are encouraged to apply.

Note:

• A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
• This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position

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