THE ROLE

As a member of the peopleCare Activities team, the Program and Support Services Aide will follow established policies, procedures and standards. This position participates in the implementation of programs to meet the various physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual needs of residents. The Program and Support Services Aide will assist in monitoring the needs and progress of the residents.

Reports to: Director of Programs RESPONSIBILITIES Assists in implementing the group and individual life enrichment programs such as exercise classes, crafts, social activities and outings, and sensory stimulation activities are assigned

Assist with feeding residents as assigned

Set up activity area as necessary

Transport residents to and form programs and meals

Monitor behavior and condition of residents during programs

Reports any significant changes to the supervisor and nursing staff as required

Participates in multi-disciplinary care conferences and other committees as required

Maintains program and resident records according to department policy





Reports participation of residents to registered staff regularly

Works cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs

Adheres to departmental policies and procedures including, but not limited to sanitation, safety and quality assurance and infection control

Performs other related functions as required by the supervisor Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and any Collective Agreements

Complies with secure work practices and guidelines

Reports incidents/accidents immediately to supervisor

Complies with all WSIB reporting and documenting requirements

Cooperates with the company Return to Work Program if required

Complies with all company Health and Safety policies and procedures Participates in all relevant and required in-service education Functions under direct supervision No signing authority EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 1 year progressive related experience

2 year diploma in Recreation and Leadership, or equivalent

6 months in this job to reach competency

📌 Recreation Aide - Part-Time (Kitchener)
🏢 peopleCare
📍 Kitchener