QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies.
• Experience working both in a group setting and on a one-to –one with seniors with physical and/or cognitive challenges. Knowledge of dementia and skill in problem solving and providing a gentle persuasive approach to care
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, flexibility and to work as part of a team
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Standard First Aid and CPR Certificate an asset
• Food Handler’s Certificate an asset.
• Must be able to work evenings within stated availability

• Plan and implement creative and innovative program activities that meet client needs and are reflective of client choice and strengths.
• Assess and actively encourage client engagement and socialization during programming.
• Evaluate and improve effectiveness of program activities.
• Assist clients in activities of daily living including personal care, serving meals and assistance with feeding as required.
• Safely assist clients who use wheelchairs or who need assistance with transfers by following proper body mechanics and safe transfer techniques.
• Escort clients in SPRINT Senior Care vehicles to and from the program site.
• Follow safe procedures and help provide a safe, clean environment for clients, self and other staff including following Infection Prevention and Control and Cleaning and Disinfecting procedures.
• Maintain all records/documentation requirements
• Participate in agency training
• Other tasks as assigned