Recreationist Temporary Full-time (Maternity Leave)
Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
Temporary
Experienced
JOB POSTING
TEMPORARY FULL- TIME (MAT-LEAVE)
RECREATIONIST
HOURS: 45 HRS BI WEEKLY,
DAYS/EVENINGS /WEEKENDS
BENEFIT ENTITLEMENT: Benefits or In Lieu of Benefits as outlined in the C.A
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Recreation & Leisure degree or diploma.
- Superior Attendance Record
- 1-3 years experience working within a long term care environment; specifically in the field of Recreation
- Understand and promotes the Resident Bill of Rights.
- Computer knowledge and understanding including, but not limited to training and experience regarding the implementation of RAI-MDS
- Demonstrates leadership, communication, interpersonal and organization skill, knowledge of community resources, knowledge of programs and techniques in recreation, leisure and restoration and development.
- Montessori Certification/ GPA- Certification
- Innovative resident-centered approach to programming.
- Proven ability and desire to work with the elderly; with an emphasis on dementia care.
- Priority will be given to those individuals who have experience working with Alzheimer’s or Dementia care.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
- Provides quality recreation programming meeting the resident’s needs.
- Assist the LEM in planning and the provision of quality practice.
- Uses the humanizing elements (pets, plants, birds and children) to work with the residents and ensure they are supported and integrated into the everyday life of the residents.
- Effectively participate in the use of alternative therapies for residents with cognitive impairments.
- Complete all necessary recreation and leisure paperwork.
- Communicate promptly any concerns and issues that arise regarding residents, family members, volunteers and the LEM
- Must be available two weekends per month.
Please forward all resumes to: Jamie Doane
Life Enrichment Manager
[email protected]
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