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Recreation Assistant
The Bess and Moe Greenberg Family – Hillel Lodge Long-Term Care Home of Ottawa —Ottawa, ON
- $24.21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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McMillan LLP —Ottawa, ON
- $48,000–$53,000 a year
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
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Administrative Assistant
The Ottawa Rotary Home —Ottawa, ON
- From $19.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Administrative experience
- Flexible schedule
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Recreation Assistant
The Edinburgh —Ottawa, ON
- From $17.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Administrative Assistant
University of Ottawa Heart Institute —Ottawa, ON
- $25.80 an hour
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- In-person
Recreation Aide - Part-time - Beauclaire
Extendicare —Ottawa, ON
- $23.92–$25.48 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Operations & Executive Coordinator
ANVIL —Ottawa, ON
- $75,000–$85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Hotel
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
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Inventory - Administrative Support - Casual Employment (2025)
Global Affairs Canada —Ottawa, ON
- $57,217–$79,511 a year
- Administrative experience
- Project management
Executive Assistant
Q-Block Computing —Ottawa, ON
- $55,000–$75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- CRM software
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Assistant Catering Manager - Carleton University
Aramark —Ottawa, ON
- $52,000–$55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Hospitality
- Dental care
- Vision care
Activities Aide
Alavida Lifestyles —Ottawa, ON
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Communication skills
National Executive Assistant and Governance Coordinator | Adjoint(e) de Direction National(e) et Coordinateur(trice) de la Gouvernance
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society —Ottawa, ON
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Recreation Assistant

The Bess and Moe Greenberg Family – Hillel Lodge Long-Term Care Home of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$24.21 an hour

Qualifications

Therapeutic Recreation
Post-secondary education
English
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Join Our Recreation Therapy Team at Hillel Lodge
Are you passionate about bringing joy and meaningful engagement to others? Join our vibrant team at Hillel Lodge as a Recreation Assistant (Full Time, Permanent) and help deliver programs that enrich the lives of our residents through creative, person-centered activities and events.
Posting Date: July 3, 2025
Tentative Start Date: As soon as possible
Position Term: Permanent, full-time
Positions to Fill: 1
Staff Classification: Union, Group A
Schedule Rotation: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, occasional evenings and weekends.

POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the leadership of the Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Assistant is responsible for delivering person-centered recreation and leisure programs of all sizes and formats that help ensure the emotional, cognitive, spiritual, psychosocial, and cultural needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual and group basis. This role is part of a team but also operates independently to deliver programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident-focused programs in accordance with care plan goals and the strengths, needs, and preferences of the residents.
Implement and monitor program goals and care plans to meet resident recreational needs and promote independence and self-esteem.
Collaborate with other departments to optimize resident care.
Maintain positive working relationships with residents and families.
Using appropriate observational techniques, conduct and document assessments of residents during program delivery to ensure that program objectives are being met.
In collaboration with the Recreation Supervisor, develop and implement new, innovative programs to reflect changing residents' needs and/or upon request.
Encourage and motivate resident participation.
Direct or lead programs.
Deliver programs to residents on a one-to-one basis or in groups.
Set up equipment and supplies for programs.
Ensure appropriate utilization of all supplies and equipment.
Maintain recreational equipment and supplies in good working condition.
Adapt programs (equipment and supplies) to meet the needs of the residents.
Maintain accurate resident and department records, including attendance, statistics, and assessments.
Provide input into the development of the monthly recreation calendars.
Input the monthly calendar on MSTV and update programs as necessary.
Complete Welbi and PointClickCare documentation.
Engage in reflective practice to ensure appropriate and thorough programming is taking place.
Perform other duties as required to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents in the Home.

QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred: post-secondary diploma or degree in Therapeutic Recreation. Diplomas or degrees in Leisure Studies, Gerontology, or a related field from a recognized college or university will also be considered
Experience and desire to work with, and demonstrated compassion towards, elderly, geriatric, and vulnerable populations.
Knowledge of the methods used by recreation therapists to gather pertinent leisure information about residents.
Effective interpersonal communication and strong leadership skills.
Creative, energetic, and positive team player with an ability to manage time efficiently, be organized, and prioritize tasks.
Demonstrated good listening skills.
Computer literate with an understanding of Welbi, RAI-MDS, and PointClickCare.
Excellent verbal and written skills in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Constant walking, bending forward, reaching, and movement of arms and wrists during programs and outings.
Frequent sitting and standing while conducting programs.
Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling of equipment and supplies.
Occasional carrying of tables and chairs for program setup.
Rare foot pedal action and writing on a whiteboard during programs.

PSYCHOLOGICAL DEMANDS

Developing and adapting programs daily to meet resident needs.
Coordinating with other departments and running programs in small or large teams.
Influencing and engaging residents daily.
Spending time reading and documenting on screens.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Loud or crowded environments during programs.
Work in areas with natural and artificial lighting.
Working with moving objects daily.

SENSORY DEMANDS

Listening and responding to residents and colleagues.
Being aware of surroundings for safety and security.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS

Conducting four resident programs per shift.
Programs are run in various spaces within the facility and may require rearranging furniture.
Equipment and supplies are transported using a rolling cart.

ABOUT THE LODGE
Hillel Lodge is a welcoming and vibrant Jewish long-term care home located in the heart of Ottawa. Our team of compassionate professionals is committed to providing exceptional person-centred care. With a current complement of 121 beds and housed within a thriving 13-acre Jewish Community Campus, we provide a wide range of programming and events to meet the diverse needs of our residents, their families, and the larger community which we serve.
DEI&A
Hillel Lodge is an equal opportunity employer committed to living our values in all that we do. We strongly encourage qualified candidates who are Indigenous, Black, or of other racialized groups, 2SLGBTQI+ people, individuals with disabilities, and other members of marginalized communities to consider working with us. We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and we encourage people to apply even if they feel the position would be a stretch.
Where notified in advance, Hillel Lodge will accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. More information about our Accessibility Policy can be found here.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested applications should apply electronically with a current resume and cover letter. Although we appreciate all interest, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. No relocation assistance will be provided. No phone calls, please.
Successful candidates will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Police Clearance, proof of negative TB Test, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination (Dose #3), subject to reasonable accommodation measures for protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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