Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore achieved the designation for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list. With locations across the country, including more than 80 home care offices, 11 pharmacies and over 100 community care clinics, Bayshore has more than 18,000 staff members and provides care to over 350,000 clients annually. We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, dignity and independence of all Canadians, by providing customized care plans and solutions that allow clients to remain in the comfort of their own home.The Recreation Coordinator assesses, develops and coordinates the delivery of social, recreational, therapeutic programs consistent with the needs, interests and abilities of persons in care. This role upholds the dignity and individuality of each person by recognizing and honoring their unique cultural, spiritual, and psycho-social backgrounds, fostering an inclusive and respectful environment.Person-and family-centered care (PFCC)Person-and family-centered care (PFCC) is an approach to care that recognizes the importance of family in a patient’s life and the importance of their active involvement in planning and making decisions on health care, services and treatment, and health system reform. This approach to care provides respectful, compassionate, culturally safe, and responsive care that meets the needs, values, beliefs, and preferences of the patient, their family, and others identified as significant to their life from diverse backgrounds and settings.Part-time position available: Requires at least 2 days of weekday daytime availabilityLocation: Markham, Stoufville and Uxbridge (with work available in the surrounding areas of Markham)Community based position, pay per visit and mileage in-between clientsDuties and ResponsibilitiesConduct assessments and building programs to reflect patient needs.Facilitate individual activation programsPlan appropriate programs for patients with dementia in collaboration with their family/caregiver when requiredUtilizes activities that promote cognitive function such as puzzle games, trivia, music therapy, etc.Incorporates technological integration when interacting with patients, as appropriateDemonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others and as part of an inter-disciplinary team.Manages assigned budget and resources efficiently, benefiting both the program and patientsConduct short surveys on a regular basis at every session to track all clients’ satisfaction, using the data to further improve the programParticipate in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities.Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures.Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System.Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Is responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel.Complete other tasks as requestedQualificationsEducation RequirementsDiploma in Recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, or equivalentGentle persuasion or Montessori preferredCPR/ First Aid preferredOther Requirements:Personal vehicle and Drivers LicenseExceptional command of the English language as required for documentation and oral communicationsCurrent criminal reference check and vulnerable sector screenDemonstrated basic knowledge of various software programs including word, excel and power point and proficiency with emailExperience:Minimum 3 years of recreational coordinator/activation experiencePrior experience conducting assessments and building patient focused programsOther Skills and AbilitiesEnjoy working with clients of all ages and seniors in particularReliability, time management and the ability to prioritize workload is crucial.Creative, energetic and approachable with exceptional interpersonal and decision-making skillsAbility to handle difficult situations in an objective and consistent manner.Commitment to continued learningBayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.“At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.”Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.
