Job Description

About the County"Bold and beautiful Bruce County... a healthy, caring community of prosperity and innovation."The journey to an ever better Bruce County will be marked by exploration, inquiry and discovery. A place powered by innovation and shared values. A place where we help people who live, and work here make great personal choices and also reflect the public interest. Because of this mind-set, we do some amazing things!Join our team powered by innovation and shared values where explorers turn obstacles into opportunities and individual challenges into shared solutions. Come join us on roads less travelled and turn your journey into an adventure.The success of the operation of both Bruce County Long Term Care Homes is built on the foundation that this is a true \'home\' for all its Residents. Home is a place where residents may live with dignity and in security, safety, and comfort and have their physical, psychological, social, spiritual and cultural needs adequately met. This strong foundational belief is encompassed and supported by the legislation and regulations highlighted in \xe2\x80\x9cThe Residents\' Rights\xe2\x80\x9d and the \xe2\x80\x9cFixing Long Term Care Act, 2021\xe2\x80\x9dBoth homes operate as municipal homes, and the not-for profit structure allows for a level of care that is of exceptional quality while also being transparent in operation and accountability.About the JobWe are currently accepting applications for a Casual Recreation & Leisure Aide to join Bruclea Haven Long Term Care Home. This is a great opportunity to join our team of passionate professionals and work collaboratively to design and implement authentic and meaningful wellness programs.Under the direction of the Recreation & Leisure Manager the Recreation & Leisure Aide is responsible to design, coordinate, plan, implement and evaluate a recreation and restorative program calendar of events that meet all five Health Domains - Physical, Social, Intellectual, Emotional and Spiritual.Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Assess, plan, organize and evaluate recreation and leisure programs for age appropriateness, and interest level
- Setup or coordinate any required logistical factors for resident programming
- Create referrals for therapeutic services with outside restorative health professionals
- Maintain accurate records for residents which reflect participation in restorative and recreational programming - -
- Collaborate and participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team to assist in the development of each resident plan of careCome and explore the opportunities that the Bruce County Long Term Care Recreation & Leisure Department has to offer!Salary & BenefitsLocation:
Brucelea Haven - Walkerton ONStart Date:
Flexible based on availability of successful candidateStatus:
Casual - 6 shifts per month availability requirement (including 1 weekend)Salary:
$27.11 per hour
4% vacation in lieu
12% benefits in lieuBenefits:
Opportunity to enroll into the OMERS Pension Plan
Employee referral and signing bonus program
Employee Assistance Program, DiscountsHealth, Safety & Wellness:
Health & Safety Program
Workplace Mental Health Program
Health & Wellness Committee Activities
Winter Loan Program offering equipment rentals for you discover Bruce County\'s winter wonderland!Requirements- Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology as per O. Reg. 79 of the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021.
- Proven experience in the development, facilitation and evaluation of recreational and therapeutic programs
- Experience in geriatric rehabilitation or a long-term setting
- Knowledge of pertinent Long Term Care legislation
- Proven effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to interact with residents, families, volunteers, and staff and intervene utilizing diplomatic skills
- Well-developed organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to work inter-dependently
- Conscientious, creative, flexible and motivating attitude
- Basic computer knowledge
- Ability to work with others in a team approach
- Physically able to perform assigned duties within a flexible work schedule
- Genuine interest in the well-being of the elderly
- Demonstrated patience, adaptability and flexibility
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to meet and maintain health requirements as per Long Term Care Legislation
- A clear criminal reference and vulnerable sector check
- A two-step TB skin testPrivacyPersonal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected as per the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter M.56.Additional InformationThe Corporation of the County of Bruce is an equal opportunity employer committed to barrier-free employment practices. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.We thank all applicants in advance, but regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted..CompanyCounty of BruceLocationBrucelea HavenOpening DateSep 06, 2024RequirementsType Description Status
VSS Vulnerable Sector Screen (Police Check) Required Before Job Starts
DIPLOMA College Diploma Required Before Job Starts
COMP 0 Computer Skills in Microsoft Office Suite Required Before Job Starts
CUSTSER 0 Experience with Customer Service Required Before Job Starts
LTCEX 0 Experience in Long Term Care Setting Required Before Job Starts
PROMAN 0 Experience with Project Management Required Before Job Starts

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