Adult Day Program Assistant – Recreation Therapist
Region of Peel
part-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Brampton • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$33 - CA$35 per hour
Job Level
About the role
- Provide therapeutic and recreational services and support the independence of clients in attendance at the Adult Day Service
- Assist with providing activities, which are varied to meet the needs of the participants from the community
- Assist the participants to integrate into the group activities and programs which may include hobbies, social events, spiritual care programs and therapeutic regimes
- Assess participants’ abilities and interests and recommend specific programs
- Serve all meals and snacks to clients according to proper dietary requirements
- Provide assistance for all activities of daily living
- Maintain appropriate records in accordance with the policies and procedures and legislated standards of the Centre
- Day Program Assistant responsibilities as per job description
Requirements
- Post secondary degree/diploma in Activation/Recreation Therapy or Social Services/Gerontology from an accredited community college is required
- Previous experience of at least one year in Adult Day Service or a long term care setting is preferred
- Must have effective oral and written communication skills
- Must be able to communicate appropriately with clients, staff, volunteers and visitors
- Computer skills are required
- Must have a valid CPR/First Aid certification
- May be required to hold a Class “F” license
- Must have Food Handlers Certification
- Must be physically able to perform all delegated duties
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
Benefits
- 14% in lieu of benefits
- Enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Activation TherapyRecreation TherapySocial ServicesGerontologyMeal ServiceActivities of Daily LivingAssessment of AbilitiesProgram RecommendationRecord MaintenanceDietary Requirements
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationClient InteractionDiversity CommitmentEquity AwarenessInclusion PracticesBias ManagementOrganizational SkillsAdaptability
Certifications
CPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationFood Handlers CertificationClass F License