*** Only candidates with Therapeutic Recreation diploma or Certificate will be considered for this position.
Recreation Aide
Are you interested in joining a team where we create joy in life and aging....by caring, connecting and celebrating? If so, we are excited to hear from you!
Creekstone Care Centre is a modern long term care home, purpose-built for 180 seniors and conveniently located right by Second Narrows Bridge on Oxford Street in North Vancouver. Creekstone is family-owned and a sister-site to care homes in Kamloops and Sechelt. We care about wellbeing and have a special staff lounge to recharge both your phone and more importantly, your mind. And we are proud to be just steps away from Phibbs Bus Exchange and right on the bike route to promote green responsible living. (Yes, we have a bike locker and showers too.)
We are seeking a full time and casual recreation aides to passionately contribute to the delivery of quality of life programs to Residents by focusing on creating joy through connections, engagement and feeling valued. As a recreation aide you embrace the Resident’s physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and cultural needs & interests along with the principles of Person and Family Centered Care.
As the successful candidate, you are aligned with our values, are passionate about recreation, enjoy the chance to multi-skill and have exceptional communication skills. In addition, your interests, skills and education include:
· Demonstrated knowledge of recreation programs including a minimum of one year recreation experience in Long Term Care and/or comparable roles;
· At least one year of recent relevant experience working with individuals with dementia
· Completed a recognized Recreation Therapy Program or Activity Assistant diploma or Certificate is a must.
· Basic computer skills (including MS Office, specifically Outlook, Excel and Word) Additional certifications include First aid CPR C,‘Serving it right' and Food Safe Level 1;
· GPA (Gentle Persuasive Approach) training is an asset.
At Creekstone Care Centre, you will find people who are just like you as they love to:
· Work where caring, connecting and celebrating are valued;
· Find joy in teamwork and feel a passion for learning;
· Live life with a flexible, positive outlook that takes being accountable seriously;
· Be part of a small family that is growing and innovative; and
· Help grow a beautiful home that creates joy in life and aging.
Qualified applicants should apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in working with Trellis at Creekstone and will contact successful applicants at the end of the application period to explore fit with this excellent opportunity.
Pay: From $31.64 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
