Summary Reporting to the Lifestyle & Wellness Manager, the Lifestyle & Wellness Assistant is responsible for assisting in the implementation of activity programs that meet the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, vocational, environmental and cultural needs and interests of residents in accordance with established goals and policies.

Key Accountabilities Organizes and implements indoor and outdoor daily activity programs including exercise classes, entertainment, crafts and related activities which encourage involvement and independence Assists in setting the objectives and standards required measuring the success of the programs and ensures the required standards are met

Assists in the development and production of the monthly calendars and other informational material for the residents

Adheres to management policies and procedures of purchasing, ordering, stock and inventory control Promotes resident participation in programs that meet the 7 dimensions of wellness including social, physical, spiritual, vocational, emotional, environmental and intellectual activities. Encourage the participation of resident families and the community

Actively participates in the development of the resident profile and conducts regular interviews with the residents to ensure their wellness needs are being met

Directs and supervises volunteers as required

Participates in resident bus and shuttle outings with other team members as required

Observes and reports any changes in residents' functional and cognitive behavior to the Lifestyle & Wellness Manager

Ensures residents' rights of privacy and confidentiality are maintained except in the proper operation of the business





Ensures that proper security procedures are followed in the handling and storage of any confidential material

Attends approved work-related conferences and seminars to promote and maintain professional development

Ensures that departmental operations comply with all Health and Safety Standards and Regulations

Maintains a current knowledge of and complies with policies and procedures.

Education &

Experience Diploma in a recreation program or equivalent qualifications in the Senior Living / Gerontology field

Current basic First Aid Certificate

Computer skills with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail etc)

Minimum one (1) year in a recreational setting Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Class 4 Drivers License

Must possess the qualities and attitude that respects and maintains the spirit, dignity and individuality of the residents and employees

Must have the ability to speak and understand English competently and to understand written and oral instructions in English

Must have the ability to safely and efficiently operate all equipment associated with the duties of the position

Must have the ability to communicate effectively, organize the departmental operations and assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the activity programs

Must have the ability to teach residents in appropriate activities

Must have the ability to establish and maintain valuable interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with others in the workplace

Must have the ability to be creative and to stimulate interest and participation of residents in the activity programs

Must have the ability to carry out significant amounts of physical movement such as lifting, bending, stooping and stretching

Must have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision

📌 Recreation Assistant with Class 4 (Casual) - The Wexford (Delta)
🏢 Bria Communities
📍 Delta