Description: The Therapy Aide plans, organizes and promotes a variety of meaningful recreation, leisure and social activities for clients, based on the clients' interests and abilities. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE General Support Services Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Recreation Assistant
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Union: COV AUPE GSS
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Unit and Program: Recreation YH
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Primary Location: Youville Home
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Location Details: As Per Location
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Multi-Site: Not Applicable
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FTE: 0.00
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Posting End Date: 10-SEP-2026
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Employee Class: Casual/Relief
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Date Available: 21-SEP-2026
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Hours per Shift: Varies
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Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
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Shifts per cycle: Varies
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Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
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Days Off: Other
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Minimum Salary: $24.14
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Maximum Salary: $26.98
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Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Required Qualifications: High School diploma or recognized equivalent required.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Recent experience working directly with residents living with chronic illnesses, cognitive impairments (such as dementia), physical disabilities, or age-related conditions that limit their independence. Proven experience facilitating recreational programming in long-term care, supportive living, or assisted living settings. Basic computer proficiency for communication, documentation, and scheduling. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate, patient, and respectful approach. Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Recreation Assistant Certificate an asset. Experience with electronic charting systems (e.g., Connect Care). Valid Class 4 driver’s license preferred. Applicants must indicate availability and ability to accept casual, varied shifts within the resume or cover letter.
