About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Recreation Worker reporting to the Executive Director or Recreation Manager, delivers an array of planned and spontaneous social, recreational, and therapeutic programs; and facilitates group activities for residents with differing abilities, interests, needs and preferences.

What you'll do:

Facilitates, encourages, supports, implements, and documents residents' care plans to participate in a variety of activities and therapeutic recreational programs. Delivers social and recreational programs including but not limited to: arts and crafts, sports, music, woodworking, cooking, gardening and physical exercise as directed; sets up and organizes supplies and equipment; demonstrates techniques; provides assistance and support to encourage success; and documents observations and resident participation.

What you'll need:

Certificate or Diploma from a recognized Recreation program or equivalent education and experience with seniors.

Experience working with seniors with moderate to severe dementia.

Physical and mental capacity to carry out the duties of the position

Understands and supports a social model framework

Current First Aid and Food Safe - Level 1 certificate required

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and English language proficiency

Class 4 driver's license an asset

Internal Closing Date: Jan 13, 2025

Hours of Work: 8:30am - 4:30pm (Thursday - Monday)

Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply.

Union membership is a condition of employment.

Note: This position is up to one year or to the return of the incumbent. This position may end with two weeks' written notice.

Wage Levelling Salary: $28.95 per hour

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!