Recreation Assistant

Surrey, BC
$21.19-21.74 per hour
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Description :Recreation Assistant
Aspira Peninsula Retirement Living - South Surrey, BC
Rate of Pay: $21.19-$21.74/hr
This posting is for an existing vacancy.This is a Permanent Full-Time position with 75 hours bi-weekly.Schedule:

Sun 9:00AM-5:00PM
Mon 9:00AM-5:00PM
Tues 9:00AM-5:00PM
Wed 9:00AM-5:00PM
Thurs 9:00AM-5:00PM
Fri OFF
Sat OFF

If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us!The Recreation Assistant/Driver is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.As a Recreation Assistant/Driver your typical day will impact in the following ways:

Participating in the development and revision of departmental procedures and programs under the guidance of the Team Leader.
Setting up the activity area as necessary and assisting in transporting residents to and from programs, if required.
Driving our bus to take residents for bus trips and outings
Assisting in monitoring the residents' interests, needs and progress.
Maintaining program and resident records according to departmental policies. Regularly reports participation and feedback by residents to the Team Leader.
Promoting social interaction among residents by assuming leadership of assigned activities or special events, assists new residents with orientation to the building and to the recreation program, and introduces them to the others within the residence and promoting conversation and social interaction among residents.
Performing other duties as assigned.

Must haves:

A post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from an indigenous Institute, private career college, college of applied arts and technology, another degree granting Institution OR equivalent work experience working with seniors.
Valid Class 4 Driver's License is required
Clean driving record must be provided
Experience in working with seniors including an understanding of motivation concepts with seniors.
Understanding of leisure principles.
Computer proficiency.
All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Records Check.

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position.Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.

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