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About the role
Life Enrichment Aide – Station Place Long-Term Care Home
Havelock, Ontario
Brand-New Long-Term Care Home | Opening Summer 2025
If you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults, this is the career opportunity for you. Station Place is a brand-new long-term care home opening in summer 2025 in Havelock, Ontario. Join our founding team and help create a vibrant and engaging home where residents thrive in body, mind, and spirit.
We are currently seeking a Life Enrichment Aide (LEA) who shares our passion for excellence and is dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through meaningful programs and purposeful engagement.
Why Join Us?
✔ Help Shape Something New – Be part of a home built around engagement, dignity, and joy
✔ Create Connection and Purpose – Develop programs that foster independence and socialization
✔ Be Part of a Passionate Team – Work alongside professionals committed to resident-centered care
Your Role:
As a Life Enrichment Aide, you will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to develop and deliver stimulating, resident-focused programs. You’ll play an integral role in supporting each resident’s well-being through individualized assessments and the implementation of Montessori-inspired activities that foster independence and meaningful participation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and deliver group and one-on-one activities that align with residents’ interests, abilities, and care plans
- Promote the use of adult Montessori principles in activity planning and delivery
- Complete individualized assessments and tailor programming accordingly
- Document attendance and participation in accordance with policy and RAI-MDS/MOHLTC requirements
- Actively participate in care conferences, program evaluations, and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Foster strong relationships with residents and families, encouraging involvement in programs and events
- Assist in coordinating special events, outings, and seasonal celebrations
- Maintain communication with all departments to support holistic resident care
- Be available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
What We’re Looking For:
· Diploma/degree in Gerontology, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Kinesiology, or a related field, or equivalent qualifications as defined by MOHLTC
· Experience working with older adults, including those with cognitive challenges, is an asset
· New graduates with relevant placements in LTC or retirement communities will be considered
· Demonstrated creativity, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills
· Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
· A positive, resident-focused approach and commitment to high-quality care
Be Part of Something Special
At Station Place, we believe life doesn’t stop with age—it evolves. As a Life Enrichment Aide, you’ll help our residents continue to grow, explore, and engage every single day.
AON Inc. is the region’s largest privately owned employer with over 50 years of experience in long-term care, retirement living, hospitality, and property management. We offer competitive compensation, training, and advancement opportunities in a supportive and inclusive work environment.
AON Inc. is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities as part of our hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
#INDAON1
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
About AON Inc.
The Gardens of Peterborough are the premier retirement communities in Peterborough and the Kawartha’s. Whether its fully independent living, a little help with medications, or the caring support of our "Enriched Care®" Assisted Living program with access to 24 hour on-site Registered Nursing, The Gardens of Peterborough offers the most complete range of services, amenities, and Care that you can find—perhaps anywhere. What sets us apart is our service and our commitment to "Care" in everything .
AON's Long-Term Care Homes bring a new tradition to long-term care, combining home-like environments with flexible programs tailored to individual needs. A sense of place, companionship, comfort, security and belonging, in contrast to the "institutional" feel typical of Long Term Care homes, provides a lovely, home-like environment. We understand the importance of family, connections with the community and personalized services. At AON's Long-Term Care homes, we promote the maximum independence, dignity and wellness of our residents. We tailor flexible, personalized services to meet each individual's needs. Our many programs and special features can help to maintain and enhance your lifestyle.
Top Benefits
About the role
Life Enrichment Aide – Station Place Long-Term Care Home
Havelock, Ontario
Brand-New Long-Term Care Home | Opening Summer 2025
If you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults, this is the career opportunity for you. Station Place is a brand-new long-term care home opening in summer 2025 in Havelock, Ontario. Join our founding team and help create a vibrant and engaging home where residents thrive in body, mind, and spirit.
We are currently seeking a Life Enrichment Aide (LEA) who shares our passion for excellence and is dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through meaningful programs and purposeful engagement.
Why Join Us?
✔ Help Shape Something New – Be part of a home built around engagement, dignity, and joy
✔ Create Connection and Purpose – Develop programs that foster independence and socialization
✔ Be Part of a Passionate Team – Work alongside professionals committed to resident-centered care
Your Role:
As a Life Enrichment Aide, you will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to develop and deliver stimulating, resident-focused programs. You’ll play an integral role in supporting each resident’s well-being through individualized assessments and the implementation of Montessori-inspired activities that foster independence and meaningful participation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and deliver group and one-on-one activities that align with residents’ interests, abilities, and care plans
- Promote the use of adult Montessori principles in activity planning and delivery
- Complete individualized assessments and tailor programming accordingly
- Document attendance and participation in accordance with policy and RAI-MDS/MOHLTC requirements
- Actively participate in care conferences, program evaluations, and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Foster strong relationships with residents and families, encouraging involvement in programs and events
- Assist in coordinating special events, outings, and seasonal celebrations
- Maintain communication with all departments to support holistic resident care
- Be available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
What We’re Looking For:
· Diploma/degree in Gerontology, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Kinesiology, or a related field, or equivalent qualifications as defined by MOHLTC
· Experience working with older adults, including those with cognitive challenges, is an asset
· New graduates with relevant placements in LTC or retirement communities will be considered
· Demonstrated creativity, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills
· Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
· A positive, resident-focused approach and commitment to high-quality care
Be Part of Something Special
At Station Place, we believe life doesn’t stop with age—it evolves. As a Life Enrichment Aide, you’ll help our residents continue to grow, explore, and engage every single day.
AON Inc. is the region’s largest privately owned employer with over 50 years of experience in long-term care, retirement living, hospitality, and property management. We offer competitive compensation, training, and advancement opportunities in a supportive and inclusive work environment.
AON Inc. is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities as part of our hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
#INDAON1
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
About AON Inc.
The Gardens of Peterborough are the premier retirement communities in Peterborough and the Kawartha’s. Whether its fully independent living, a little help with medications, or the caring support of our "Enriched Care®" Assisted Living program with access to 24 hour on-site Registered Nursing, The Gardens of Peterborough offers the most complete range of services, amenities, and Care that you can find—perhaps anywhere. What sets us apart is our service and our commitment to "Care" in everything .
AON's Long-Term Care Homes bring a new tradition to long-term care, combining home-like environments with flexible programs tailored to individual needs. A sense of place, companionship, comfort, security and belonging, in contrast to the "institutional" feel typical of Long Term Care homes, provides a lovely, home-like environment. We understand the importance of family, connections with the community and personalized services. At AON's Long-Term Care homes, we promote the maximum independence, dignity and wellness of our residents. We tailor flexible, personalized services to meet each individual's needs. Our many programs and special features can help to maintain and enhance your lifestyle.