About Levante Living:
Our mission at Levante Living is to provide a supportive and caring experience for our residents, families, and team members. For us, this is more than a job; it’s a passion. Together, we create a space at each residence where ongoing enrichment helps both residents and team members thrive.
We believe in living our values to build a culture rooted in respect and teamwork, and we remain focused on excellence in team member experience, resident satisfaction, and financial performance.
Position Summary
The Part-Time Activity/Recreation Assistant helps to design, deliver, and evaluates leisure and enrichment programming to meet residents’ psychosocial, physical, intellectual, and spiritual needs, and assists volunteers and recreation staff as needed.
Qualifications
College diploma/university degree in recreation/activation, or degree in psychology/sociology/gerontology, plus a certificate in recreation/activation preferred, but not necessary Experience working with seniors (retirement home/long-term care preferred). Leadership, organizational skills, creativity and high motivation. Ability to motivate residents, students and volunteers. Familiarity with community resources and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (asset). Computer skills including Microsoft. A valid driver’s license (as required). Must be flexible with hours, including working evenings and every other weekends.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with implementing leisure programs to meet resident needs. Involve residents in planning, delivery and evaluation of leisure/educational/fundraising activities. Assess individual resident needs and maintain documentation of progress. Perform other duties as assigned; adhere to all policies and procedures.
Job Requirements
Police Record Check (as per RHA), including Vulnerable Sector Check. Immunization as per home policy (if applicable). TB testing.
Physical Demands
Standing during activities/events. Walking short distances and stairs. Lifting/moving items/furniture up to 50 lbs. Bending/kneeling and providing walking support to residents as required. Speaking/communicating in front of audiences as needed.
Risk Management & General Safety
Practices safety procedures at all times, including PPE as applicable. Reports all accidents/incidents immediately. Reports unsafe or hazardous conditions/equipment immediately. Complies with infection prevention and control techniques and procedures. Participates in Fire Safety and Mock Disaster procedures.
Accessibility For Ontario>
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Levante Living will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process upon request.
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
