Recreational Assist (ADP) - Casual leading to Part Time

THE OPPORTUNITY Our workplace is one where staff can grow in a career that is meaningful and contributing to the community. Wing Kei’s staff and volunteers provide compassionate and individualized support for seniors through on-site health and living care. As an organization, we adhere to high standards of care, repeatedly receiving Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada over the years. Under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Recreational Assistant (ADP) will support the Adult Day Program and its activities, by providing companionship and care to seniors’ physical, social, and emotional needs in accordance with Wing Kei’s Person and Family Centred Care framework, aligned with our vision, mission and core values. THE ROLE Key Accountabilities * Demonstrate, promote and advocate the Wing Kei vision, mission and core values * Deliver personal care and assist with daily living and personal hygiene activities * Assists in nursing process – observes, documents and reports changes in clients’ physical and emotional condition to provide input into care plans; assists in medication delivery * Assists the Licensed Practical Nurse (ADP) in the implementation and evaluation of recreation programs according to resident/client needs by encouraging and getting clients to participate in recreation and social activities. Provides feedback to the Licensed Practical Nurse (ADP). * Provides cognitive, social and emotional support to clients and encourage clients’ engagement in programs that improve their quality of life * Maintains effective communication, good relationship and collaboration with clients, families, significant others and other team members. * Provides job shadowing or mentorship to members of the health care team or students, as assigned * Participates in team/facility meetings. Participates in team and client and family council meetings, provides input in problem solving process. * Participates in on-going trainings to ensure high standard of service and best practices in the field is achieved * Performs other related duties as assigned 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 * Experience working in an Adult Day Program preferred * Certified as a Recreation Therapy Aide, or has intentions to pursue certification * Experience working in an Adult Day Program preferred * Is diligent with good observation skills, keen attention to details * Is cheerful, energetic and resourceful; has a strong interest in leisure and wellness activities * Is respectful for clients and their family members, as well their rights and privacy, and properties * Is committed to perform and promote effective work practices and safety awareness. * Possess effective verbal and non-verbal skills to communicate with clients and interdisciplinary teams; ability to communicate in Chinese would be an asset. * Ability to assist in resident transfers and move equipment.

The Recreational Assistant will provide direct personal care and emotional support to seniors while assisting with the implementation of recreation programs. They are responsible for observing and documenting changes in client conditions and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care.

Candidates must have a recognized Therapy Assistant Program diploma, a Social Services or Recreation diploma, or equivalent field experience. Certification as a Recreation Therapy Aide is preferred, along with the ability to assist in resident transfers and move equipment.

• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• MentorshipSouhaitée
• Safety awarenessSouhaitée
• DocumentationSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée
• Emotional supportSouhaitée
• Team CollaborationSouhaitée
• Personal CareSouhaitée
• Social supportSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Personal care
• Recreation therapy
• Observation skills
• Communication
• Documentation
• Medication delivery assistance
• Resident transfers
• Social support
• Emotional support
• Team collaboration
• Mentorship
• Safety awareness
• Problem solving
• Interdisciplinary teamwork

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Sports & Recreation

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine