Activity Aide (Rpt 0.8) Jobs

Description

Position at VON Canada (Ontario)

Requisition Details

Employment Status: Permanent, Part Time (0.8 FTE)

Program Name: Bracebridge Adult Day Program

Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 60

Work Schedule: Days

On Call: No

Job Summary

The Activity Aide provides quality support and care for individuals attending the Adult Day Programs by implementing planned program of activities within the framework of continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), VON philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and applicable legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Contributes to the development of the service plan for each client attending the Adult Day Program.
• Utilizes volunteers’ talents and expertise within the program.
• Collaborates with the team to identify risk factors and introduce interventions to minimize and eliminate client incidents.
• Participates in group activities to stimulate mobility, language, reminiscing, group identity and listening skills of clients.
• Implements, evaluates and revises service plans on an ongoing basis in collaboration with the family/caregivers and internal team.
• Collaborates with the Recreational Therapist and/or Program Coordinator in planning and implementing social and recreational programs.
• Ensures safety and security measures for the client, volunteers and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as required (toileting, personal hygiene, medication assistance.

External And Internal Relationships

• Collaboration with Program Coordinator, Recreation Therapist, RPN, Supervisor and Manager

Education, Designations And Experience

• Certification with GPA, Montessori an asset
• Current First Aid and CPR and Food Handler’s certificates required
• 1-2 years of recent experience in Adult Day Services or working with groups of clients is an asset.
• Experience in working with adults, especially individuals (and their caregivers), with Alzheimer disease and other cognitive impairments and/or physical disabilities in a social setting a requirement
• Diploma or Certificate from a Community College level program or equivalent in health care, social science or recreation with an emphasis on Gerontology

Skill Requirements

• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good observational skills related to client functioning abilities.
• Ability to take direction, as well as to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Awareness of community resources.

Other

• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast- paced environment; Attention to Detail; Carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Grip; Walk, Sit, Stand, Climb stairs; Fine hand movements

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