Recreation Aide | Casual

Granite Ridge Community- Stittsville, Ottawa Rate of Pay: $22.45 (as per collective agreement) This posting is for an existing vacancy 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 Aide is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection. As an Recreation Aide your typical day will impact in the following ways: • Participating in the development and revision of departmental procedures and programs under the guidance of the Team Leader. • Setting up the activity area as necessary and assisting in transporting residents to and from programs, if required. • Assisting in monitoring the residents' interests, needs and progress. • Maintaining program and resident records according to departmental policies. Regularly reports participation and feedback by residents to the Team Leader. • Promoting social interaction among residents by assuming leadership of assigned activities or special events, assists new residents with orientation to the building and to the recreation program, and introduces them to the others within the residence and promoting conversation and social interaction among residents. • Performing other duties as assigned. Must haves: • A post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from an indigenous Institute, private career college, college of applied arts and technology, another degree granting Institution or equivalent work experience working with seniors. • Experience in working with seniors including an understanding of motivation concepts with seniors. • Understanding of leisure principles. • Computer proficiency. • Valid driver’s license. (Class F, or provincial equivalent, if you need to drive a bus). All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check. Applicable to Ontario applicants. All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants. 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.

The Recreation Aide is responsible for developing and leading social activities to enhance resident engagement and well-being. They also assist with resident orientation, maintain program records, and ensure the activity environment is prepared for daily operations.

Candidates must hold a post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation, kinesiology, gerontology, or a related field. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass a vulnerable sector and criminal record check are mandatory.

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• Recreation programming
• Therapeutic recreation
• Gerontology
• Kinesiology
• Leisure principles
• Resident care
• Social interaction facilitation
• Computer proficiency
• Record keeping
• Driver's license
• Employment Equity
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Leisure And Recreation
• Valid Driver's License
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Recreational Therapy
• Senior Living

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

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week