Fairfield Park...we are a family orientated and operated long-term care home that provides safe, quality and compassionate care and services to our community, continually striving for excellence. We are committed to making Fairfield Park the residents' home. Our values include: Respect, Innovation, Growth, Holistic Care, Team Work & Safety.
Job description:
Responsibilities include but are not exclusive to:
- Implement groups and individual activation & therapeutic programs assigned by the Director (i.e. social activities, church services, crafts, games, sensory stimulation activities, etc.).
- Set up the activity area as necessary and assist resident to and from programs.
- monitor behavior and condition of residents during programs, reporting any significant changes to the Director and nursing staff, as appropriate.
- Participate in care conferences and other team meetings as required, to assist in reviewing activation needs of residents.
- participate in development and revision of programs under the guidance of the Director.
- Report resident participation to Director and chart daily attendance on computer.
- Adhere to established department policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, safety, environment and infection control.
- Collaborate with peers and other departments to meet resident needs.
- Follow all guidelines for employees and employers, as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act.
- Use safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health & safety.
- Complete all mandatory education assigned.
Requirements:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation & leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a community college of university (i.e. Social Service Worker); or
- Enrolled in a community college or university in a diploma or degree program in such a field.
- Excellent team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Criminal Reference Check that includes a vulnerable sector screen and has been conducted within prior six months;
- Evidence of a clear 2-step TB skin test.
Desired Experience:
- Previous experience working in recreation & leisure activities, therapeutic recreation or kinesiology;
- Previous experience working in long term care;
- Familiar with POC (Point of Care) and/or Activity Pro software
Job Types: Permanent, Casual
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Casual
Pay: From $21.29 per hour
Work Location: In person
