Taylor View Towers is a vibrant seniors’ living community innorth-central Red Deer, serving over 300 residents through a person-directedcare model rooted in the Eden Alternative philosophy. Our mission is to providean enriching living experience by delivering compassionate care and fosteringmeaningful connections.

Our mission is to provide an enriching resident living experience inCentral Alberta, by delivering compassionate care, fostering meaningfulconnections, and creating an environment where residents thrive in a vibrant,purposeful living, supported by a dedicated and passionate team.

Key Responsibility Areas (% Range of Focus): Providesand evaluates the delivery of recreational services based on the Resident CarePlan and Service Plan

ResidentSupport:

Supportsthe Resident’s lifestyle in their Community environment in accordance with theResident’s individualized Care Plan as authorized by Homecare.

Reportsnecessary changes regarding the Resident Care/Service Plan as per request ofthe Resident as it relates to recreational services.

Supportsthe residents in identifying personal leisure barriers and consults withRecreation Therapist in designing intervention

Assistswith daily life within the Community, as needed, in a variety of ways beyondrecreation-specific practices, such as serving meals, doing light housekeeping, removing trash, assisting Residents, and leading Learning Circles.

Maintainsprofessional boundaries & confidentiality to protect vulnerable residents.

Administrative:

Participatesin the development of Well-Being Strategies

Adheresto Health Services Contracts

Monitorsand reports inventory of recreational supplies

Addressunscheduled Housing/Service Plan needs as required based on Well-Being Strategies

Completingrecreation specific documentation & progress notes

Relationships:

Reports to: Recreation Therapist Supervisor

Internal Contacts: Residents, Family Members,Employee Care Partners

External Contacts: Vendors





Training and Support:

Attendsand actively participates in various committees/meetings providing advice/input

Demonstratesdelegated services to care partners as per accepted practice standards

EducatesCare Partners (residents, families, employees) on the perks of recreational services and assists them in practicing these skills

Abidesby the regulations as set out by their applicable Association

Projectsand Assignments:

Performsa variety of other projects and assignments as required

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or recognized equivalent is required

A diploma in recreation with a specialization in therapeutic recreation or aDegree in Recreation Therapy, Leisure Studies, or Recreation Administration isrequired

Experience

Experience in recreation programs and providingrecreation therapist services.

Competencies (skills, abilities, knowledge):

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Oral / WrittenCommunication – must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Teamwork

Attention to detail andaccuracy

Ability to effectivelydeal with difficult and/or crisis situations.

Health and Safety

Demonstrates anawareness/knowledge of the importance of health and safety; accident and injuryprevention; and adheres to safe work practices and procedures.

Working Conditions:

The ability to movefreely about, lift, or push up to 50 lbs., and frequent stooping, kneeling, reaching, bending, and standing.

Work in stressful andpotentially emotionally charged situations.

This position is expected to demonstrate commitment to Taylor View TowersValues. Why Join Our Community?

Competitivecompensation package

Opportunityfor personal and professional growth

Weprovide an approach to care that supports the WHOLE person, that upholdstheir right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment, andpossibility *Read more about our philosophy https://www.edenalt.org

Lookingfor a happy corporate culture! The term staff is not used here, we areEmployee Care Partners!

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