Positon: Activity Worker/Coordinator (F/T Position)
Location: RICHMOND, BC HRS: 0800-1600 hrs Mon-Fri (Stat holidays off with pay) Start time may vary based on client appts.
RATE OF PAY: BCGEU Union Wage Schedule WAGE RATE: $29.76-$31.64 in accordance with BCGEU hourly rate schedule.
FULL-TIME BENEFITS APPLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH BCGEU UNION AGREEMENT (Municipal Pension Plan & Extended Healthcare/Dental Plan, LTD, AD&D) Paid Vacation & Sick time Probationary Period applies
Must have
* BC DRIVERS LICENSE CLASS 5 USE OF PERSONAL VEHICLE for transporting clients on appointments or activities.
If required, Vehicle Insurance Upgrades coverage will be paid per BCGEU Agreement PAID MILEAGE RATE: as per BCGEU Agreement
* Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
* Criminal Record Checks will be required if you are a successful candidate.
DUTIES: The Activity Worker provides service to mental health adult (male and female) clients in four licensed community based rehabilitative facilities (group homes) (8 clients in one facility; 10 clients in three facilities. Implements social and recreational activities with clients in coordination with Administrator and Healthcare Workers and client schedules.
TYPICAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Participates in the development of activities by co-ordinatiing program schedules with clients, healthcare workers, Facility Nurse, Administrator and professional resources.
2. Accompanies clients in small groups or individual outings such as appointments, shopping, banking, recreational and leisure activities.
3. Schedules activities in the individual facilities encouraging group participation.
4. Observes clients and their environments, reports unsafe conditions and behavioural, physical, and/or cognitive changes to Administrator and Healtcare Workers .
5. Promotes client participation in activities, and provides feedback to facility staff, and Administrator regarding the performance and progress of clients.
6. Receives client feedback, inquiries, and complaints, and responds as required.
7. Planning, arranging and setting up furnishings and equipment for clients” activities.
8. Maintains an inventory of equipment, tools, and materials related to on site activities.
9. Completes and maintains related records and documentation such as statistics, progress reports, activity participation reports, observation reports, and client activity profiles.
10.Refers clients to other programs/services and provides information regarding available resources as approved by Administrator.
11. Maintains Recreational Funds and Reocrds spending and budgeting in accordance with Admininistrative Directives and Facilities Policies and Procedures.
12.Performs other related duties as assigned.
Orientation shifts and full on-site training is paid. QUALIFICATIONS Typical Education, Training, and Experience
- Current First Aid/CPR Training
- Food Safe Level 1 Certification
- Immunization Record for TB test, Hepatitis B and Influenza Vaccination
- Recent, related experience of one year or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience ia an asset.
- Other Qualifications reasonable and relevant to the level of work will also be taken into consideration, TYPICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must have ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing
- functional knowledge of computer programs
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
- Ability to organize and prioritize.
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
- Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
- Ability to teach, assist, and support clients as needed.
- Ability to organize various arts and crafts, handicrafts, and activities.
- Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation principles is an asset.
Job Types: Permanent, Casual
Pay: $29.76-$31.64 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Please Acknowledge You Have Read And Understand These Questions.
DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE FOLLOWING.
A Class 5 drivers licence.
Any Related Experience.
The ability To Speak, Read And Write Clear And Comprehensible English.
Work Location: In person
