Activity Aide - Veterans Centre - Regular Part-Time 2026-18768 (2026-18768)

Job summary

The Activity Aide assists residents with meaningful recreational activities and provides support for daily living tasks such as meals and personal care. They work collaboratively with an inter-professional team to enhance the quality of life for residents in a patient-focused environment.

Job details

Summary Of Duties The Activity Aide, under the leadership of the Activity Aide Supervisor, assists residents to participate in a variety of meaningful activities. These activities include but are not limited to: Engaging residents in one-to-one recreational activities Escorting residents to and from recreation programs, both on the unit and off the unit Preparing residents for meals and assisting as required Providing cueing and support to residents regarding their personal care (e.g. assisting to washroom) when requested by staff Participate in educational activities and other duties as required The Activity Aide works collaboratively with the inter-professional team to maintain and enhance the quality of life for the residents. The Activity Aide participates as a member of the team in a manner that reflects the Hospital’s Patient Focused Care philosophy, promoting and maintaining good public relations with residents, families, visitors and Hospital staff. Qualifications/Skills Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario Ministry of Education Experience working with seniors required Dementia care experience required Keen interest in working with the elderly Completion or current enrolment in post-secondary Human Services programs an asset Strong interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally Team player Computer skills required

What you’ll do

The Activity Aide assists residents with meaningful recreational activities and provides support for daily living tasks such as meals and personal care. They work collaboratively with an inter-professional team to enhance the quality of life for residents in a patient-focused environment.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum Grade 12 education and experience working with seniors, specifically in dementia care. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required, along with a keen interest in working with the elderly.

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Recreational activities · Preferred
• Dementia care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Recreational activities
• Dementia care
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Computer skills
• Patient care
• Personal care assistance

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Administrative