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

Job summary

Assist residents in participating in meaningful recreational activities, including one-to-one activities and escorting them to programs. Help residents prepare for meals and provide personal care cues or support when requested, while collaborating with the inter-professional team to enhance residents’ quality of life.

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

Assist residents in participating in meaningful recreational activities, including one-to-one activities and escorting them to programs. Help residents prepare for meals and provide personal care cues or support when requested, while collaborating with the inter-professional team to enhance residents’ quality of life.

Requirements

A minimum of Grade 12 or an equivalent recognized by Ontario is required, along with experience working with seniors and dementia care experience. Applicants should have a strong interest in working with older adults, strong interpersonal and communication skills, teamwork abilities, and computer skills; post-secondary Human Services study is an asset.

Listed skills

• Recreational activities · Preferred
• Dementia care · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Recreational Activities
• Senior Care
• Dementia Care
• Interpersonal Communication
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Teamwork
• Computer Skills
• Resident Support
• Personal Care Assistance

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Sports & Recreation

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