Recreation Aide Jobs

Looking for work as a Recreation Aide?We are hiring for 1 permanent Part-Time, and 1 Casual Recreation Aide position at Wexford Creek Seniors Community our Nanaimo location.1x Part-Time (20 hours per week)Reporting to the Recreation Manager, this position is responsible to provide socialization to the residents in a manner that meets their individual needs; whilst maintaining their respect and dignity. In conjunction with the Recreation Manager, this position will also be responsible for resident assessments, therapeutic programs and outcome measurement.*Education:*

• Job requires a significant amount of sitting, standing, reaching, walking, lifting and walking (according to the National Occupational Classification (NOC) Definitions, this job is considered “Medium”).
• Provide support, encouragement and guidance of the volunteers.
• Help create a pleasant mealtime experience.
• Frequently lifting and/or carrying objects up to 20lbs.
• Promote and maintain an atmosphere of Wexford Creek and a home-like environment.
• Work with the Recreation Manager to plan, organize and coordinate programs appropriate for the resident needs on your floor.
• Work with the Recreation Manager to ensure that resident assessments are completed and kept up to date.
• Commitment to team work.
• Perform all duties in a manner in which client safety is the focus.
• Report any unsafe activities that may cause harm or injury to a client.
• Coordinate with the Recreation Manager to maintain the department budget when arranging programs/entertainers/outings etc.
• Valid Class IV license
• Knowledge of activity calendar creation.
• Commitment to providing the highest quality service.
• Completion of FoodSafe course*Responsibilities*:
• Chemical*:- WHMIS & Control products (e.g. Cleaning products, skin & wound products, shampoos, soaps, antiseptic and antibacterial solutions, Oxygen)
• Socialization to residents in a manner which meets the individual needs of each resident; while maintaining (valuing) their respect and dignity.
• Assist with mobility program as required.
• Observe and correct any unsafe behavior demonstrated by client.*Physical Demands:*
• Biological*:- Contact with blood & body fluids- Exposure to illnesses common to communal living environments (Influenza, colds, GI illnesses, other bacteria & viruses)- Plants and animals- Needle stick injuries- Follow all Covid 19 worksafe protocols, policies and procedures as outlined by the Medical Health Office, Public Health Office and the Health Authorities
• Radiation*Job Types: Part-time, CasualSalary: $28.74 per hourSchedule:* 8 hour shift* Day shiftLicence/Certification:* COVID-19 Vaccination Status (required)* Recreation Education Certification (required)Work Location: In person
• Encourage the involvement of families and friends of residents in the lives of the resident.
• Stewardship of resident and facility property.
• Comply with all employment requirements as detailed in the Simpe Q hiring package and Licensing guidelines
• Ergonomic*:- Working at a desk/computer
• Aware of personal safety and right to refuse unsafe work.
• Must hold a Recreation Education Certification
• Expectation of knowledge and daily practice of the Simpe Q and Wexford Creek policies and values.
• Physical*:- Muscle strain from lifting, transferring, turning clients- Dealing with aggressive clients- Repetitive strain injuries
• May involve sitting with pushing and pulling or arm and/or leg controls.
• Educate other co-workers/colleagues on the proper safety techniques when there is a possibility of endangering a client.
• Commitment to resident and personal safety.
• Assist in the creation of individual therapeutic programs for which an outcome can be monitored and measured.
• Proficient computer skills
• Maintenance and upgrading of immunizations.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations in the workplace.*Health and Safety Risks:*
• Lifting 50lbs maximum.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Manager.*Regulations:*Adheres to regulations outlined in the following Acts and Legislations:* _The Criminal Records Review Act _(RSBC 1996)* _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act _(RSBC 1996)* _B.C.’s Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act_* _Patients Property Act_* _Community Care and Assisted Living Act_* _Adult Guardianship Act_* _WorkSafe B.C. Regulations_* Satisfactory present and continuous medical screening in compliance with the Province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs*Resident Safety:*