Locations: Centennial Place (Millbrook, ON); Moira Place (Tweed, ON); Station Place (Havelock, ON)
Status: Full-Time / Part-Time
Shifts: Various shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Pay Rate Disclosure:
$20.63 – $23.77 per hour
Starting rate, wage progression, and premiums are determined by the applicable collective agreement.
About AON
At AON’s Long Term Care Homes, our caring and highly skilled staff promote family and community involvement to enrich the lives of our residents. What sets us apart is our service and our commitment to Care in everything we do. Join our team and help create meaningful experiences that enhance residents’ quality of life.
Position Summary
As a Life Enrichment Aide (LEA), you will plan and deliver engaging recreation and leisure programs that support the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being of residents.
Working under the direction of the Director of Resident & Family Services and the Life Enrichment Coordinator, you will provide programming in alignment with individual Care Plans, Restorative Care principles, and adult Montessori approaches.
Key Responsibilities
Program Delivery
- Plan, organize, and deliver life enrichment programs, activities, outings, and special events
- Encourage and motivate resident participation
- Support programs that enhance independence and quality of life
Program Development & Documentation
- Assist in the planning and development of recreational and therapeutic programs
- Document resident participation and activity outcomes in accordance with policies and regulations
- Ensure programming aligns with individual Care Plans
Communication & Teamwork
- Communicate effectively with team members, residents, and families
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support resident goals
- Maintain professional and positive interactions at all times
Environment & Safety
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized program environment
- Follow infection prevention and control (IPAC) and workplace safety protocols
- Participate in departmental meetings, in-services, and ongoing training
Qualifications
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, Kinesiology, or a related field (or enrolled and eligible to complete within three years of hire)
- Experience in geriatric care or dementia care is preferred
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
- Energetic, self-motivated, and dependable with a strong attendance record
- Ability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English
- Adherence to company policies, including dress code, conduct, and immunization requirements
Why Join AON?
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for education, growth, and development
- Commitment to quality resident care and meaningful engagement
- Competitive compensation and benefits
Additional Information
This posting is used to build an ongoing talent pool for opportunities across multiple sites. Vacancies at unionized locations will be posted internally in accordance with the applicable collective agreement before external applicants are considered.
We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in our hiring process—every application is reviewed by our team.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
AON Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.63-$23.77 per year
Work Location: In person
