Activity Aide

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Under the direction and supervision of the Recreation and Program Director, the Activity Aide carries out the organization and operation of a wide variety of therapeutic programs with residents and clients in Sunset Lodge. The job will involve following directions, as well as working independently in certain activities.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the mission and philosophy of Sunset Lodge
• Through appropriate behavior and work procedures, resident and client safety is priority while working in the facility.
• Carries out the organization and operation of programs such as group work, one-to-one exercises, crafts, artwork, music, outings, parties, entertainment etc.
• Prepares activity areas for programs; maintains supplies and activity equipment and keeps activity areas clean and safe.
• Assists residents to and from activities.
• Drives residents and/or clients in bus to outings, shopping or picnics when required.
• Assists with posters, time tables and helps keep residents and clients informed of upcoming events.
• Attends staff development opportunities, especially those relating to therapeutic recreation.
• Runs errands related to activities when necessary.
• Provides tea and coffee and assists with meals for residents and clients. Participates in specialty meals for residents and/or clients by serving foods from outside vendors.
• Provides orientation to new activity staff members and volunteers.
• Monitors, evaluates and documents resident and client progress within the recreation/leisure program.
• Participates in team meetings and resident council as required.
• Carries out indoor and outdoor activity programs which will meet the resident and client physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs and interests; encouraging participation to maintain optimal involvement and independence.
• Responsible for completing monthly calendars.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Grade 12, completion of recognized recreational courses such as handicrafts plus two years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Class-4 vehicle license (unrestricted) as required per vehicle.
• Current BC Care Aide and Community Registration

2. Skills and Abilities:

• Responsive, outgoing attitude and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to Teach.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $31.64 to $31.64 with a maximum of $31.64.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.