Recreation Therapy Assistant Certified | Temporary Full Time
About the role
If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us!.
The Recreation Therapy Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.
As a Recreation Therapy Assistant your typical day will impact in the following ways: • Providing for recreation and leisure activities including outings in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, and resident plan of care within the scope of practice. • Contributing to and sustains a plan of care to meet residents’ assessed need. • Assisting in planning for assigned resident area activity calendars in accordance with the care plan goals and preferences of the residents of each Care community. • Identifying and encouraging opportunities for residents to share special skills or knowledge with others, inside and outside of the residence. • Identifying appropriate therapeutic recreation goals and interventions on the care plans of identified residents. • Performing other duties as assigned.
Must haves: • Diploma or degree in Recreation/Leisure studies, Therapeutic Recreation from a recognized college or university. • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Long Term Care industry. • Good oral and written communication skills. • Knowledge of programming needs for older adults diagnosed with dementia. • Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. • All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check.
Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
About Sienna Senior Living
At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes.
Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting.
Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.
Recreation Therapy Assistant Certified | Temporary Full Time
About the role
If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us!.
The Recreation Therapy Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.
As a Recreation Therapy Assistant your typical day will impact in the following ways: • Providing for recreation and leisure activities including outings in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, and resident plan of care within the scope of practice. • Contributing to and sustains a plan of care to meet residents’ assessed need. • Assisting in planning for assigned resident area activity calendars in accordance with the care plan goals and preferences of the residents of each Care community. • Identifying and encouraging opportunities for residents to share special skills or knowledge with others, inside and outside of the residence. • Identifying appropriate therapeutic recreation goals and interventions on the care plans of identified residents. • Performing other duties as assigned.
Must haves: • Diploma or degree in Recreation/Leisure studies, Therapeutic Recreation from a recognized college or university. • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Long Term Care industry. • Good oral and written communication skills. • Knowledge of programming needs for older adults diagnosed with dementia. • Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. • All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check.
Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
About Sienna Senior Living
At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes.
Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting.
Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.