Job Description

Competition #: 127186 External

Posted: February 10, 2025

Closes: February 16, 2025 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: February 21, 2025

Anticipated End Date: April 30, 2025

Location: Recreation Therapy

Veterans Health Unit ~ Fredericton ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification: Activity Worker (3000)

Job Classification Type: CUPE

Job Type: Temporary Part Time

FTE: 0.5

Schedule: Day, Monday - Friday, 8-4pm - Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 23.4180 to 25.1076 per hour ((Subject to Employment Status may be paid at 8% in lieu of vacation and stat holidays as per CUPE collective agreement article 6.08 (a)))

JOB PURPOSE


The Activity Worker is responsible for organizing and implementing activities for patients.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduation plus an additional program in the field of human services or social sciences of over six months and up to one year in duration or equivalent.
• Specialized education or experience may be required in some areas.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


The Activity Worker is responsible for:

• Planning and implementing activities and events
• Encouraging and supporting patients to participate in activities and events
• Maintaining equipment, supplies, and activity areas
• Observing patient activities and providing relevant information to other health care providers
• Scheduling and overseeing volunteers for activities
• Maintaining clinical records and documentation

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon's Terms of Employment: http://skyline/EmploymentBenefits/Pages/Terms-of-your-Employment-.aspx

Competencies identified by Horizon Health Network:

• Communication
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today!


Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process


We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.


Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement


Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.