Part Time Activity Aide at Pinecrest Nursing Home The Activity Aide works in conjunction with the Program Coordinator to provide group, individual and one on one programs which are sensitive to identified needs, strengths and interests of the residents.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

- Plan, organize and implement group and individual activation programs including programs for Residents with dementia, Residents unable to leave their rooms, and those choosing not to participate in group programs.
- Complete initial assessments, care planning, program reviews and completing RAI as assigned by Program Coordinator.
- Assist and Support the Resident's Council in holding meetings, voicing their concerns and suggestions,
- Maintain program and Resident records according to department policy.
- Develop, implement and evaluate group programs, 1:1 programs and independent activities
- Assist in Main Dining Room at meal times to serve and feed Residents requiring assistance
- Adhere to established department policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, safety, environment and infection control.
- Work cooperatively with other departments, family members and volunteers to meet Resident needs.
- Participate in staff education




- Attend relevant in-service sessions
- Encouraged to participate in Pinecrest multi-disciplinary teams and committees
- Document Residents activity attendance and response to 1:1, individual and group programs, daily
- Assist Residents to and from programs. Assist Residents in using mobility aides safely.
- Assist in maintaining equipment in secure and working order.
- Maintain activity room/area in neat order.
- Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required

- Experience in working with Long Term Care Residents.
- Diploma or Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation & Leisure Services, Gerontology, Social Service Work, or related or currently enrolled in such a program.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Computer skills essential.
- Requires excellent problem solving, planning and creativity.
- Competency in Point Click Care and MS Office an asset.
- Must be able to work days, evenings and weekends

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Program Coordinator. Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $21.71 per hour

Benefits

- Company events
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Activity Aide (Bobcaygeon)
🏢 Southbridge Care Homes
📍 Bobcaygeon