2 Feb 2015
Part-Time Activity Aide (Casual) – Extendicare Scarborough in Scarborough
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Job Description
Candidates are invited to apply for the Casual position of Certified Activity Aide to work in our 150-bed facility located in Scarborough, Ontario.
Reporting to the Resident Program Manager, the successful candidate will have the following responsibilities and qualifications:
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, implement and evaluate both individual and group activation program based on assessed needs and as assigned by the Supervisor.
- Set up and clean activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs. Monitor the behaviour and condition of residents during programs, and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
- Participate in development and revision of programs under the guidance of the Supervisor.
- Maintain program and resident records according to department policy. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.
- Work cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- ** Proof of successful completion of an approved Activation/Gerontology Diploma or Degree program required. **
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills.
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one/group program planning, implementation and evaluation for both well and the cognitively impaired.
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience in care planning and resident assessments.
- Ability to work independently and ability to manage time effectively.
- Ability to plan, implement, evaluate new ideas, resident programs and volunteer initiatives.
- Knowledge and/or experience in working with the geriatric population especially those with cognitive impairments.
How to Apply
Please e-mail Resume to: [email protected]We encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.