You. Us. Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver suitable and safe group and individualized activities to Community Members in accordance with the Lifestyle program and in collaboration with volunteers
- Organize designated activities including preparation of materials and environment
- Assist with the planning and organization of activities that are designed to maintain and improve the quality of life for Community Members
- Maintain accurate documentation of activities including evaluation of individual program plans and individual Community Member plans
- Participate in regular review of the Lifestyle program in consultation with the Lifestyle Manager
- Perform work in an ethical framework, which supports the rights and interests of our Community Members by:
- following appropriate reporting mechanisms to meet duty of care requirements
- reporting all changes in health status to the Lifestyle Manager or their delegate
- directing all inquiries regarding the program plan to the Lifestyle Manager
- Provide appropriate support in the orientation of new team member and/or volunteers
- Assist with the development of monthly newsletter and activity calendar
- Apply principles of privacy and confidentiality to all work practices
- Maintain a duty of confidentiality to all Community Members, clients, volunteers and team members
- Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Relevant experience facilitating activation programs within the Retirement Living industries
- Post secondary education in Recreation, Activation or Health Care, or working towards Personal Training Certification, Fitness Instructor Certification and/or Aqua Certification
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated experience interacting with a wide range of people
- Ability to establish and maintain professional and appropriate relationships with Community Members, their families/representatives
- Commitment to respecting the values, customs, preferences and spiritual beliefs of Community Members and their families/representatives
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
- Ability to adapt to the changing needs of older adults
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the use of Internet resources
- Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrated use of initiative
- Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check result with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Valid Driver's License with a good driving record, an asset
- Willing to get a class F (small bus) Driver's License
- Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy
- Able to bend, stretch, sit and stand for long periods. Ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
- Ability to work flexible hours including holidays, evenings and weekends
- Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English.
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