Part Time - Activities Assistant

Job summary

The Activities Assistant will plan, organize, and facilitate individual and group activities for residents while maintaining accurate attendance records. They will also collaborate with the Recreation Manager to promote resident participation and ensure departmental policies are followed.

Job details

At Riverstone Retirement we are committed to the long term success of our Team Members and their careers. We strive to work with all Team Members to understand their individual career paths and encourage them to invest in their own growth and development opportunities. All Team Members are required to notify their immediate manager of their interest, prior to applying for a role, and we thank you for your interest in applying. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services or Equivalent Education and Experience Background: Experience in Leisure with seniors Personal Requirements: Demonstrate organizational, leadership and animation skills Creative and innovative Work as part of a team Capable of adapting to different situations and change Keen interest in working with seniors FUNCTIONS: Participate in the planning, organization, promotion and evaluation of activities; Animate individual and group activities; Encourage residents to participate in activities of their choice; Assist residents during activity time; Keep attendance record of all activities; Encourage volunteer and family member participation in activities; Participate in departmental staff meetings; Participate in in-service training programs; In collaboration with the Recreations Manager, participate in a three-month probationary evaluation and annually thereafter;· Is aware and endeavors to respect and promote Resident Rights and Responsibilities; Adhere to all policies and procedures of the recreation department. Riverstone Retirement is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please advise in advance if you require any accommodation during the application or selection process. Any information you send us will be handled professionally, respectfully and in complete confidence. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Activities Assistant will plan, organize, and facilitate individual and group activities for residents while maintaining accurate attendance records. They will also collaborate with the Recreation Manager to promote resident participation and ensure departmental policies are followed.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services or equivalent education and experience. Strong organizational, leadership, and animation skills are required, along with a keen interest in working with seniors.

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Recreation planning
• Activity animation
• Organizational skills
• Leadership
• Creative thinking
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Record keeping
• Resident care
• Planning
• Coordinating
• Innovation
• Organizational Skills
• Creative Thinking
• Record Keeping
• Animations
• Organizational Leadership
• Leadership Studies
• Leisure And Recreation
• Event Planning

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Activities Assistant
• Recreation / Activities Worker
• Fitness and Recreation Instructors and Programme Leaders
• Recreation Workers

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