Recreation Therapy Aide Temporary Full Time (SP RTA4 1.00) AgeCare Skypointe

Job description

The Opportunity: Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Therapy Aide assists in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and daily operations of therapeutic recreation programs. The Recreation Therapy Aide promotes teamwork and a culture that demonstrates the guiding principles of AgeCare; Trust, Respect, Teamwork, Quality and encourages practices that respect resident, family and staff rights, individuality and diversity. Key Responsibilities: • Assist in identifying residents’ Leisure Lifestyle goals through presenting an individualized and appropriate Recreation Program Schedule • As resident needs or wants change, ensure revisions of goals are communicated to the appropriate person(s) • Ensure recreational programming is carried out appropriately to meet individual needs • Transport residents to offsite activities by driving an AgeCare provided vehicle • Assist in the monthly Recreation Calendar planning • Involved in scheduling, implementation, evaluation of Recreation Therapy programs • Approach residents to request their participation in programs as per care plan. Ensure resident assigned to programs are indeed participating and document same • Participate in environmental safety audits • Maintain regular inventory of craft and storage rooms Qualifications: • RTA certificate or diploma • Class 4 Drivers License or willing to obtain one within 90 days of hire • Heart saver CPR & Standard Level First Aide certification an asset • Preference will be given to those with experience in a Recreation Therapy setting. • Ability to take direction but act with initiative and self-motivate to meet deadlines and responsibilities • Must possess strong interpersonal and organization skills • High energy, a positive attitude, a team player who regularly displays AgesCare’s guiding principles • Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!