Prima Living, a proud member of the Primacorp group of companies, is leading the next generation of senior living in Canada with their Amenida brand. Guided by Primacorp's vision and resources, we're growing a network of vibrant, people-first communities that put compassion and connection at the heart of everything we do. Through cultural inclusivity, operational excellence, and genuine care, we're redefining what retirement living can be. Together, Prima Living and Primacorp are building a purpose-driven future where every resident feels valued, supported, and truly at home.
Position: Activity Aide
Reports to: General Manager
Job Status: Part Time - 2 days between Mon to Wed
Hours: 9am to 4pm
Start Date: Immediately
Location: 299 Randall St, Oakville, ON L6J 6B4
Salary: $18/hr
Qualifications
- Previous experience working with seniors, preferably in a retirement residence or long term care setting.
- Activation Certificate or demonstrated previous experience with event planning, organization and implementation.
- Clear Vulnerable Persons Screening dated with ten months prior to employment start date.
- TB Skin Test dated within 14 days prior to start of employment.
- Creative and highly motivated.
- Familiarity with community resources.
- Excellent command of the English & Korean language, both written and oral.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement and evaluate leisure programs and services to meet the psychosocial, physical, intellectual and spiritual needs of all residents.
- Create a varied and balanced monthly residents’ calendar, which meets the needs noted above and those of interest to residents.
- Produce the monthly newsletter, which includes regular departmental messages, facility happenings and events, articles of interest, stimulating games or puzzles, etc.
- Promote the facility by inviting members of the community to participate in regular and special events and presentations, making use of computer-based community calendars, flyers etc. and arranging for coverage of events by local newspapers, etc.
- Communicate regularly with all residents to determine/update social history, physical ability and behaviors, spiritual lifestyle, important memories and losses, hobbies, and interests and connect them with others who share similar interests.
- Provide regular opportunities for residents to contribute in the planning, implementation and evaluation of events and activities.
- Manage facility décor, including dining room table centerpieces.
- Manage department aides and volunteers, including recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of it.
- Organize and chair a monthly residents’ meeting and facilitate the development of a Residents’ Council should the residents request one.
- Manage departmental budget including managing supplies and operation of the Tuck Shop.
- Organize and participate in fundraising activities to benefit the residents’ activity program.
- Ensure all activity areas are clean and in a safe condition.
- Encourage and escort residents to programs, enlisting the aid of other staff members as required.
- Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary and management teams, regarding both resident care and facility operations.
- Be aware of and able to respond to special needs of residents and/or family members.
- Develop and/or maintain positive relationships with community organizations.
- Participate in the organization and implementation of on-going staff training.
Co-ordinate activities such as:
- Exercise
- Arts and Crafts
- Games and Trivia
- Fundraising
- Tuck Shop
- Karaoke
- Recognition of Birthdays
- Outside entertainment
- Movie Nights
- Seasonal Parties
- Personal shopping
- Educational presentations / classes
- Library services
- Coverage of current and special events
- Participation in community events
안녕하세요!
저희 아메니다에서는 어론시들을 함께 공경하며 즐기기 일할 수 있는 풀타임 Activity매니저를 목적하고 있습니다. 어론시들의 건강하고 화기차범 일상을 함께 해 주시는 능력 있는 분들은 누구나 자격이 충분하습니다. 관심 있으시는 분들은 위의 연락처로 영문 이름서와 간단한 영문 소개서를 보내주시습시오. 저희 어론시들을 따님한 마음으로 함께 섬기기를 기대합니다. 감사합니다.
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Don't hold back!- apply today, even if you do not tick every skills list. We cherish diverse skill sets, knowing your unique experiences and perspectives enrich our dynamic team.
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