Why work for Acclaim Health?Acclaim Health has provided quality care to the community for 85+ years. We provide a wide variety of services to support the community, including Community Support Services, Alzheimer Services, Home and Personal Support Services and Palliative Care Services. Our work environment is patient- and family-centered, and we promote flexibility in work schedules to ensure a healthy work/life balance. We emphasize the values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Excellence.Join us and experience the difference:Supportive working environment that values our employees’ time and dedication to our clients.Guaranteed hours with flexible schedules.Paid orientation, training and development.Opportunities to advance your career.Company Pension Plan.Employee Assistance Program for all employees.Competitive pay with paid travel and shift premiums.Company smart phone and supplies provided.1:1 support from our IT Department for technical issues.Independence of working in the community.Acclaim Health announces the availability of a Casual Community Recreation Assistant position for the Bring the Club Home program in the Private Care department to work in the Halton Region Community (Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills). The individual must be available to work at least one consistent weekday each week (for example, every Monday). Shift times can be scheduled between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, but not for the whole timeframe.KEY INFORMATIONSalary Range: $19.29 – $20.39 per hour.This position is for an existing vacancy.We do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants.PRIMARY FUNCTIONSProvide in-home companionship and caregiver respite,



including social engagement and leisure activities.Plan and support therapeutic recreation and meaningful activities aligned with client interests and abilities.Effectively utilize appropriate communication and behaviour management strategies for working with persons with dementia.Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team, including staff, clients, and caregivers.Participate in care plan reviews and provide updates as required.Maintain accurate and confidential electronic documentation for clients.Communicate changes in client condition to the Care Manager or Recreationist.Perform other related duties associated with the department as requested by the Manager or Director.QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONPost-secondary education or certificate in Recreational Therapy/Personal Support Worker or equivalent.Certification in Gentle Persuasive Approaches to Dementia Care (will be provided).Current TB test (completed within the last 6 months).Valid Ontario driver’s license; use of vehicle and insurance per Acclaim Health policy.EXPERIENCE & SKILLSMinimum 1 to 2 years experience in gerontology and working with cognitively impaired individuals.Understanding and knowledge of Alzheimer Disease and related disorders.Strong verbal and written communication, effective listening, assessment, and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently and collaboratively as a team member.Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.Acclaim Health is an equal opportunity employer and is actively working towards a more inclusive, diverse and equitable world. We recognize that our work environment is stronger—and our care more effective—when it includes people of equity-seeking groups, including those of varying race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, family status or disability status.Should you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please inform human resources so we can ensure your equal participation in this process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Community Recreation Assistant - Casual - C$19.3 - C$20.4 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Acclaim Health
📍 Winnipeg