Life Enrichment Assistant

Job summary

Assist the Recreation Therapist in developing and implementing therapeutic recreational programs and interventions. Support resident safety and choice in accordance with each resident’s plan of care.

Job details

Closing Date: until suitable candidate is found. Come join our team! Being part of Shepherd’s Care means making a difference and having an opportunity to grow, innovate, lead, and succeed. Our employees propel change and continue to be at the centre of our organization’s development. Our inspiring Mission is “Living life in a caring, Christian environment” and encourages our employees to contribute to a culture of positivity, while being person-centred and present in the lives of our residents. The Opportunity Employment Type: Permanent Part Time FTE: .8 Bi Weekly Hours: 60 Hourly Rate of Pay: $19.74 Location: 300 Prince of Peace Way Rocky View County, AB Reporting to the Recreation Therapist, the Life Enrichment Assistant assists in the development and implementation of therapeutic recreational programming and interventions with a focus on resident safety and choice in accordance with the president’s plan of care. Consider applying if you are currently enrolled in or have graduated from a Therapeutic Recreation program, have demonstrated skills in gerontology/recreation therapy; can read, write, and speak English effectively; and have strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Education credentials with health care related fields will also be considered. How To Apply Complete the application form below, attach your resume and covering letter and click the Submit button. We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Who We Are Shepherd’s Care Foundation is a mission driven, faith-based, not-for-profit organization providing quality care and accommodations to more than 1450 seniors in Calgary, Edmonton, and Barrhead. Our campuses provide living options for residents with a full spectrum of care needs including Independent Living, Continuing Care Home Type B (supportive living/SL4), Continuing Care Home Type B Secure (SL4D), Continuing Care Home Type A (long term care and complex care), and Home and Community Care Type 2. What We Offer Shepherd’s Care Foundation offers competitive total rewards, a strong focus on employee safety and wellness, and a commitment to progressive work teams, personal development, and collaboration. We also offer respectful and culturally inclusive workplaces that align with our employee-developed Behaviour Standards, and pride ourselves on open and connected work environments. Note that, the successful applicant must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (satisfactory to the employer) General Career Application- PoP Name* First Last Email Address* Phone Number Desired Position* Desired Location* Select OneBarrhead (located in Barrhead)Eden HouseVanguardKensington VillageShepherd's Care MillwoodsPrince of Peace (located in Calgary) Have you been employed with Shepherd's Care Foundation, Shepherd's Gardens Trust, or Christian Care at Home Trust before?* Yes No Please list all previous roles held, including dates and supervisors. Are you legally permitted to work in Canada?* Yes No Do you have any relatives currently employed with Shepherd's Care Foundation or Shepherd's Gardens Trust?* Yes No Please list all currently employed relatives. How did you hear about Shepherd's Care Foundation?* Select OneShepherd's Care Foundation WebsiteLinkedInFacebookExternal Job Board (ex. Indeed)ReferralOther Other Please specify Were you referred by a current employee of Shepherd's Care Foundation, Shepherd's Gardens Trust, or Christian Care at Home Trust?* Yes No Who referred you? Privacy Notice Shepherd’s Care Foundation respects your right to privacy and takes seriously our responsibilities regarding the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information. Shepherd’s Care Foundation wishes you to be aware of the following information. If you are applying for employment with Shepherd’s Care Foundation, the personal information that you provide will be used to assess your qualifications and suitability as a potential employee. Shepherd’s Care Foundation may also collect and use additional personal information provided by you or your references in the course of evaluation and hiring process. Your personal information will become part of your employment file if you are a successful candidate. Shepherd’s Care Foundation may collect and use additional information about you, such as criminal record background checks, test scores and performance assessments, for the purpose of managing the employment relationship. I consent to Shepherd’s Care Foundation collecting and using my personal information for the purposes identified above.* I Consent Resume* Accepted file types: pdf, docx, doc, Max. file size: 40 MB. Max filesize 40MB .PDF, .DOCX only. Cover Letter Accepted file types: pdf, docx, doc, Max. file size: 40 MB. Max filesize 40MB .PDF, .DOCX only. CAPTCHA

What you’ll do

Assist the Recreation Therapist in developing and implementing therapeutic recreational programs and interventions. Support resident safety and choice in accordance with each resident’s plan of care.

Requirements

Applicants should be enrolled in or have graduated from a Therapeutic Recreation program, or have relevant health-care education credentials. Demonstrated skills in gerontology or recreation therapy, effective English communication, and strong interpersonal and customer service skills are sought; the successful applicant must provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.

Benefits

• Competitive Total Rewards
• Employee Safety And Wellness
• Personal Development
• Collaboration
• Respectful And Culturally Inclusive Workplace

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Therapeutic Recreation Programming
• Recreation Therapy
• Gerontology
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Service
• English Communication
• Resident Safety
• Person-Centered Care
• Care Planning

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Sports & Recreation
• Social Services