We are a BC-based, locally owned and operated healthcare management company with 20 years of experience proudly serving the Greater Vancouver area. We provide 24-hour contract nursing care and support services to seniors’ residential long-term care homes.

Our teams are managed by a group of dedicated healthcare professionals who have a strong passion for delivering the highest quality care to our seniors. We strive to grow individually and as a team to meet the changing needs of our residents and the care homes in which we partner.

We are committed to providing excellent care and maximizing the health and safety of our seniors. We work together as a team to establish a home-like, caring, and warm atmosphere for our residents by interrelating background experience, interests and diversity. We encourage independence to our residents while respecting their individuality and their choices.

Our Mission Statement:

"We are committed to providing excellent care and maximizing the health and safety of our seniors. We work together as a team to establish a home-like, caring, and warm atmosphere for our residents by interrelating background experience, interests and diversity. We encourage independence to our residents while respecting their individuality and their choices."

Position: Recreation Assistant

Employment type: Casual / On-call *Weekend availability required

Care setting: Residential long-term care

Job location: Surrey

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator, the Recreation Assistant is responsible for the delivery of social, recreational and therapeutic programs that support the cognitive stimulation and functional levels within the five domains: cognitive, physical, emotional, spiritual and social. The Recreation Assistant is supportive of achieving program goals for the specialized populations, and within the Social Model of Care utilizing the person-centered approach.

KEY ACTIVITY SUMMARY:

Delivers programs relevant to the needs, abilities, interests and choices of the residents within the specified program area and as identified on the care plan. Ensures programming is appropriate to the needs, interests and functional abilities of a changing resident population.



Respects and promotes the dignity and individuality of each resident by recognizing them as whole individuals with unique cultural, spiritual and psychosocial needs;

Participates as a member of the program team, makes recommendations related to programming, and reports on resident participation, achievements and level of perceived enjoyment. Supports programming by working with community groups and organizations to secure varied entertainment and coordinate visits to the community at large as directed;

Facilitates, encourages and supports resident participation in a variety of activities and therapeutic programs. Adjusts program delivery to the functional level of participants to enhance enjoyment and opportunities for success. Provides leadership and direction to program staff and volunteers involved in the provision of social and recreational services;

Conducts resident activity programs including arts and crafts, music, woodworking, cooking, gardening and physical exercise as directed; sets up and organizes supplies and equipment for activity projects; demonstrates the techniques of related activities for residents; oversees resident activities and documents participation observations;

Participates in the development and preparation of communications tools such as newsletters, posters, notices and activity schedules designed to provide residents with information related to recreational activities and special events;

Supports programming and fundraising efforts by assisting with coordination of all aspects of the volunteer program including volunteer recruitment, orientation and evaluation; and

Attends in-service education in order to keep up to date and informed of current trends. Participates in program planning and quality improvement activities that measure performance against program goals and objectives.





Performs other related duties assigned by the Recreation Coordinator and/or Program Manager.

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Completion of a recognized Recreation / Activity Assistant program, recent or related experience working in or volunteering in a seniors’ housing care environment, an asset. Current and valid First Aid & CPR C/AED or equivalent, WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) certification, Food Safe Level 1, Serving It Right, and Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum (PVPC) certification/training are required and must be maintained throughout employment.

- Enthusiasm and Creativity: Passion for working with seniors and creating engaging, meaningful activities.
- Resident Engagement: Compassionate, approachable, and skilled at building positive relationships and encouraging participation.
- Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn electronic systems.
- Communication and Teamwork: Solid verbal and written English skills, with the ability to collaborate respectfully with residents, families, volunteers, and staff.
- Organization and Dependability: Organized, reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently and prioritize tasks.
- Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Flexible and resourceful in adapting activities to residents’ needs and managing challenging situations.
- Attention to Detail and Safety: Committed to resident safety, dignity, well-being, and quality of care.
- Physical Requirements: Able to safely perform the physical duties of the position, including facilitating activities and operating equipment.

If you have a genuine passion in enhancing the well-being and happiness of our seniors and are dedicated to creating a vibrant and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now! Pay: $30.71 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate

- Surrey, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Please provide your general availability to work. (Only candidates who answer this question may be considered).

Experience:
- long-term care therapeutic recreation: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- First Aid & CPR Level C certificate (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Recreation Assistant (Long-term care) (Surrey)
🏢 HCA.
📍 Surrey