Recreational Assistant (Part Time and Full Time)
Job Category : Health Care Careers

Requisition Number : RECRE001060

Posted : September 14, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Locations
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Wing Kei Locations
Calgary, AB, CAN

Description
THE OPPORTUNITY

Under the direction and supervision o f the Director of Resident Experience and clinical managers, the Recreational Assistant will be assisting the Recreational Therapist to improve and maintain the residents’ functional abilities, leisure engagement, socialization, mood and quality of life through therapeutic recreation activities, in accordance with Wing Kei’s Person and Family Centred Care framework, aligned with our vision, mission and values.

With the upcoming opening of our new facility, Highland Park, there are Part Time and Full Time positions available.

THE ROLE

Key Accountabilities

Demonstrate, promote and advocate the Wing Kei vision, mission and core values

Assist and promote physical, cognitive and social skills needed to maintain and promote recreational pursuits and quality of life

Organize and lead individual and group therapeutic programs, including seasonal activities, developed by the Recreational Therapist; participate in the planning and evaluation of programs

Prepare equipment and supplies and responsible for the maintenance and inventory of the available resources

Assist in the collection of data and records of residents’ activity levels for assessment and reassessment process





Assist in supervising volunteers that assist in therapeutic recreation activities, including visitations and big group events

Collaborate with other disciplines to develop social and recreational approaches to individualized resident care in accordance to Wing Kei’s Person and Family Centred Care Framework

Participate in on-going trainings to ensure high standard of service and best practices in the field is achieved

THE INDIVIDUAL WHO WILL SUCCEED

Is aligned with Wing Kei’s vision and mission to continue to deliver excellence in seniors care

Completion of a recognized Therapy Assistant Program, Diploma in Social Services or Recreation or has field related experience

Is cheerful and resourceful; has a strong interest in leisure and wellness activities

Is respectful of residents and their family members

Is diligent with positive observation skills, keen attention to details and sensitivity to residents’ feelings, preferences and needs

Is committed to perform and promote effective work practices and demonstrates safety awareness

Able to physically assist in resident transfers and move equipment

Possesses effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills to engage and motivate residents of varying abilities and to communicate and collaborate with families and the interdisciplinary team

The ability to communicate in Chinese would be an asset

Is flexible and willing to work Saturdays as part of a rotating schedule

Experience in working in Long Term Care, Supportive Living (SL4), and / or Hospice setting preferred

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📌 Recreational Assistant (Part Time and Full Time) (Alberta)
🏢 Chinese Christian Wing Kei Nursing Home
📍 Alberta