At Middlesex Terrace, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and creating a warm, supportive environment for our residents. We are seeking a passionate Recreation Aide to join our team!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in Recreation & Leisure given preference over diploma in related fields.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a social or recreation program preferred.
• Must have patience, tact, friendly disposition, enthusiasm, and developed communication skills
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office programs and good organizational skills.
  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  Middlesex Terrace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
  Job Type: Part-time
  Work Location: In perso

• Plan and perform group and one to one activity meeting the needs of each resident and encourages participation.
• Ensure each resident’s physical, social, intellectual, spiritual and sensory emotional needs are met through independent activities or group in accordance with Program Directors direction.
• Encourage residents who are isolated from others or who have limited social skills to have recreational interaction with others.
• Assists in developing and updating the recreational interventions addressing the needs of the residents.
• Encourage residents to continue independent activities.
• Observe and document the individual resident attendance, participation, reactions, and progress.
• ·nstruct residents in relaxation techniques to reduce stress and tension, stretching and limbering exercises, proper body mechanics for participation in recreational activities, pacing and energy conservation techniques, and team activities.
• Use interventions to develop specific skills, while providing opportunities for exercise, mental stimulation, creativity, and fun.