About Salem Manor Nursing Home

Salem Manor Nursing Home is committed to providing compassionate, resident-centered care in a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. Our team values dignity, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and respect in everything we do.

We are seeking a creative, compassionate, and enthusiastic Recreation Aide to join our Recreation team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with seniors, organizing meaningful activities, and helping residents stay active, engaged, and connected.

Position Summary The 0.6 FTE Recreation Aide works under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor to deliver recreational programs and activities that support residents' physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being.

This position involves leading group activities, providing one-on-one support, encouraging resident participation, and adapting activities to meet individual needs and abilities. The Recreation Aide plays an important role in creating enjoyable and meaningful experiences while promoting resident independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

- Implement group recreation programs and one-on-one activities under the direction of the Recreation Therapist.
- Encourage and support residents to participate in recreational activities based on their interests, preferences, and abilities.
- Adapt activities and interventions to meet individual resident needs as directed.
- Organize and facilitate recreational activities such as arts and crafts, music, baking, gardening, games, and other engaging programs.
- Support residents living with dementia and other cognitive impairments through appropriate recreational activities.
- Observe, document, and communicate resident behaviours and participation to the Recreation Therapist and other members of the care team.
- Assist residents during meal service, including providing feeding assistance as required.




- Provide guidance and supervision to volunteers during recreational programs and community outings.
- Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Promote resident independence, dignity, choice, and meaningful participation in daily activities.
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment during recreational programs.
- Participate in required training, orientation, and ongoing career development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Certificate or Diploma in Recreation Therapy preferred.
- Previous experience delivering recreational programs in long-term care, continuing care, or a geriatric setting is considered an asset.
- Experience working with individuals living with dementia is preferred.
- Skills or interests in music, arts and crafts, baking, gardening, animals, or other recreational activities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn recreation-related software.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Creative, patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic about working with seniors.
- Ability to manage challenging emotional or behavioural situations with professionalism and compassion.
- Willingness to learn new skills and participate in ongoing education.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and move throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required.




- Ability to assist residents safely during recreational activities and programs.
- Ability to respond appropriately to residents with varying physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.

Why Join Salem Manor?

- Make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives through engaging recreational programs.
- Work alongside a supportive and collaborative interdisciplinary team.
- Opportunities to use your creativity, interests, and personal talents in recreational programming.
- Gain valuable experience supporting seniors and individuals living with dementia.
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.

Apply Today If you are creative, compassionate, and passionate about helping seniors stay active, engaged, and connected, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume highlighting your recreation, health care, or seniors' care experience, along with any relevant education or certifications.

Salem Manor Nursing Home is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $19.58-$23.04 per hour

Expected hours: 23.25 per week

Ability to commute/relocate

- Leduc, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Do you have skills or interests in music, arts and crafts, baking, gardening, or other recreational activities?
- Are you comfortable assisting residents during meal service, including feeding assistance after completing the required training?
- Do you have experience planning or leading group activities or recreational programs?
- Do you have experience working with seniors or individuals living with dementia?

Work Location: In person

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