Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $31.64 - $31.64 / hour Why Fraser Health?:
Are you someone who has a real passion for activity programs? Are you looking to showcase your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? If you've answered yes then keep reading.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your skills, knowledge and expertise as a dedicated Activity Worker 2 at Baillie House - Ridge Meadows Hospital located in Maple Ridge , B.C.
Located on the north side of the Fraser river with the Township of Langley across, Maple Ridge and Pitt meadows are nestled at the South end of the famous Garibaldi coast mountain ranges . The area boasts unique cultural roots and a vibrant city life with a stunning backdrop. An ideal place to call home for the outdoor enthusiast. Maple Ridge is easily accessible via Golden Ears bridge and major highways from neighboring cities a destination along the scenic highway 7 (Scenic Route 7).Just 45 minutes from Vancouver city centre Click here.
Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including:
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Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
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Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
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Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
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Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
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Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave.
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TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes
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Additional employee discounts and perks available
- Eligibility based on employment status
Detailed Overview:
Performs a variety of duties to assist with the social/recreational program in Long Term Care. These duties include group and individual activity programs including bus outings, maintaining related records and providing input into the program activities.
Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the Recreation Therapist, carries out individual and group activities, such as table games, current events, sports activities, music, special events and community outings.
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Provides input and feedback with respect to program activities at regular planning meetings, such as resident participation during activities.
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Accompanies residents on community outings.
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Participates in team conferences, staff meetings, in-service education and provides input to resident care conferences.
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Organizes materials required for programs and advises the Recreation Therapist of supply needs.
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Accesses resident comfort funds for outings and shopping and completes documentation relating to use of resident monies.
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Provides direction to volunteers during activity programs and demonstrates related techniques as required.
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Organizes and maintains program activity areas.
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Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education, Training & Experience
Grade 12, completion of recognized recreational courses plus two (2) years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Fellburn Care Centre - Food Safe Certification 1
Skills & Abilities
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Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
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Ability to deal effectively with others.
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Ability to teach.
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Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
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Ability to organize work.
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Ability to operate related equipment.
