Okanagan Bc Recreation assistant Jobs – 4 Openings This Week

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- $29.82 an hour
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- Nursing
- English
- In-person
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Strive Living —Kelowna, BC
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Wellness program
- Designated paid holidays
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Recreation Aide

Kaigo Senior Living
Kelowna, BC

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Job details

Part-time | Full-time | Casual
$29.82 an hour

Qualifications

Dementia care
Nursing
FoodSafe
English
Japanese
Class 4 Licence
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Recreation Aide (Rec) | Long-Term Care | Kelowna, BC

$29.82/hour | Full-Time, Part-Time & Casual | Days, Evenings

Some people clock in. You show up with purpose.

You go above and beyond. You have a passion for creating meaningful, engaging experiences that support the residents emotional, social, and cognitive well-being. Through games, music, crafts, outings, exercise, and one-on-one visits, you create moments of joy, purpose and a sense of belonging for the residents.

If that sounds like you, Mission Creek Landing is building a team around people exactly like you.

The Opportunity

Mission Creek Landing is one of Kelowna's most established long-term care communities, nestled in a park-like setting beside Mission Creek Regional Park. For over 45 years, we've provided a safe, dignified home for seniors who can no longer live independently.

Now, we're entering our biggest chapter yet. We're expanding from 132 to 242 beds in Summer 2026 with new state-of-the-art equipment, and we're looking for Recreation Aides who want to grow with us.

This is more than a staffing call. It's a chance to help shape the culture, the care standards, and the team of a brand-new wing within a trusted community.

Join us at Mission Creek Landing where Recreation aides are not just here to Run activities, they are here to make a difference!

What We're Offering You

Competitive hourly pay: $29.82/hr
Flexible scheduling built around your life (especially for casual roles)
Extended health, dental, and vision coverage (full-time)
RRSP program (full-time)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
On-site parking (no daily commute stress)
Training and development to keep you growing and continuing education from our director of Nursing
Employee recognition because your work deserves to be seen
Leadership being on site and readily accessible whenever needed and always ready to jump in to support the team

What Your Days Will Look Like

Leading group and one-on-one activities
Encouraging resident participation
Documenting attendance and progress
Participating in special events and outings
Transporting residents to and from activities
Collaborate with other disciplines to support a holistic approach
Upholding resident rights, dignity, confidentiality, and independence every single shift

What You Bring

Current Recreation certificate
Valid Food Safe Certification
Valid First Aide Certification
Valid Class 4 Drivers license with a clean drivers abstract
Experience in Recreation- specifically in long term Care Environments
Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
Ability to work independently, take direction, and adapt with flexibility
Physical ability to meet the demands of the role
Successful Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector)
An understanding of dementia and person-centered care

Who Thrives Here

Someone who brings energy, creativity, and heart to everything they do. You’re an individual that can turn a simple activity into meaningful moment. You’re not afraid to sing, laugh, get a little silly, or try something new to spark engagement. You take pride in creating a warm, inclusive environment where every resident feels seen, valued and involved.

About Kaigo Senior Living

Mission Creek Landing is proudly part of Kaigo Senior Living, a trusted provider of senior care across British Columbia for over two decades. With eight fully accredited communities across the Interior and Lower Mainland, Kaigo is built on a philosophy of partnership in caring. Our name comes from the Japanese word meaning "caring to the highest standard," and that principle guides everything we do, for our residents and for our people.

We believe that the best care comes from a team that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, psychologically and physically safe workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, people of color, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, persons with disabilities (seen and unseen), veterans, and people of any age or family status.

Ready to Be Part of Something Team?

This is a rare opportunity to join a long-term care community at a pivotal moment of growth. You won't just fill a position. You'll help build something.

Apply now and bring your purpose to Mission Creek Landing.

Pay: $29.82 per hour

Experience:

Recreation: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Recreation Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

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