Casual Activity Assistant - Maplewood… at Riverstone… · Ottawa

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Services or Equivalent Education and Experience

Background:

Experience in Leisure with seniors

Personal Requirements:

Demonstrate organizational, leadership and animation skills
Creative and innovative
Work as part of a team
Capable of adapting to different situations and change
Keen interest in working with seniors

FUNCTIONS:

Participate in the planning, organization, promotion and evaluation of activities;
Animate individual and group activities;
Encourage residents to participate in activities of their choice;
Assist residents during activity time;
Keep attendance record of all activities;
Encourage volunteer and family member participation in activities;
Participate in departmental staff meetings;
Participate in in-service training programs;
In collaboration with the Recreations Manager, participate in a three-month probationary evaluation and annually thereafter;·
Is aware and endeavors to respect and promote Resident Rights and Responsibilities;
Adhere to all policies and procedures of the recreation department.