Adult Day Program Activationist

Better Living Health and Community Services has an opening for a Part-Time Activationist in our Adult Day Program. This position is responsible for developing and implementing programs for a range of seniors, including those who may have a physical disability, are recovering from debilitating illness, or who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or a related cognitive impairment. This position reports to the Supervisor, Adult Day Program

The successful candidate for this position must possess the following qualifications

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services and Activation. Knowledge and experience working with seniors who are frail and or cognitive impaired seniors and adults with disabilities Knowledge and experience in providing social and recreational programming for seniors and adults with disabilities Excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent organizational and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively with team members and others Strong working knowledge of client documentation systems Experience working both in a group setting and on a one-to –one with seniors with physical and/or cognitive challenges. Knowledge of dementia and skill in problem solving and providing a gentle persuasive approach to care Possess creativity, empathy, enthusiasm, and compassion Good working knowledge of Outlook, Word and other MS Office applications Current First Aid & C.P.R. certification required Successful completion of Vulnerable Sector Screening within one month of employment

The successful candidate(s) for this position must be able to

Available to work on Saturdays Assist in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating program activities including culturally appropriate programs Assist clients in activities of daily living such as medication reminder, toileting, transferring or eating Prepare, set-up and clean-up the program, equipment and supplies Facilitate recreation, social and exercise programs and supports other staff, students and volunteers who assist with these programs Maintain accurate client records and statistics Maintains knowledge, observes, and practices appropriate procedures in regards to Fire, Safety, Quality and environmental standards. Ability to exercise sound judgment Provide support and accompaniment to clients to or from program on agency vehicles Adhere to the Policies and Procedures as outlined in the Personnel Manual. Salary: $24.50549 Better Living is an equal opportunity employer and is in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants need to make their request for accommodation known when contacted. Thank you to all who express interest in this position and we welcome all resumes however, only those granted an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Thank you. **No artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools will be used in the screening or selection for this role.