At Omni Quality Living, our passion is people. Whether you are connected to us through residency, family, or as a team member, you are the driving force behind our everyday care! We are in search of a Life Enrichment Aide for our Petrolia, Ontario location - Bear Creek Terrace.
The Life Enrichment Aide (LEA) reports directly to the Life Enrichment Coordinator and is responsible for assisting with the coordination and scheduling of activities. The LEA is required to provide life enrichment programming economically, efficiently and in full compliance with all legislated and Omni standards, policies and procedures. They are designed to ensure that each resident receives support, care and services in keeping with their needs and preferences and always with a focus on excellence in customer service.
Below are the responsibilities and qualifications needed for the role. But first, let’s get into what we can offer you!
The Details
- Casual
- No set hours
- Must be available 3 shifts per month
- $20.89 per hour
The Responsibilities
- Assist the LEC to ensure that the requirements of the Fixing Long Term Care Act and Regulations, Accreditation Standards and all Omni standards, policies and procedures are met.
- Assist with the appropriate utilization of all resources to support the home’s programming needs; provide input into the development of proposals for the annual operating budget.
- Ensure the maintenance of a safe environment for residents, staff and visitors. Establish and enforce the expectation that hazardous conditions and actions are promptly reported and corrected.
- Assist residents to coordinate the activities of the Resident Council and Family Council and provide support and assistance as requested by council.
- Participate in and assist with the physical therapy program in the home as required.
- Provide input into service and product evaluations to ensure that they meet the required standards of safety and quality and effectively meet the needs of the residents.
- Work collaboratively with the LEC to ensure a calendar of recreational and social activities.
Education
- A post-secondary degree or diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field, OR
- Current enrollment in a community college or university in a diploma or degree program in such a field.
- At least a 2-year diploma in Recreation & Leisure Activities, Kinesiology, Social Services Worker, Activation and any health-related profession with expertise in planning recreational programming for seniors in LTC.
- Recreation Therapy is an asset.
(A certificate of completion or proof of enrollment will be required)
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada upon hire. Omni Quality Living is committed to offering accommodation to applicants with disabilities wherever possible. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us [email protected].
Please note that this a new vacancy and AI is not used as part of the selection process.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: From $20.89 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
