Activity Aide (RPT 0.8)

Employment Status: Regular, Part Time (0.8 FTE)
Program Name: Adult Day Program
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 60
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings
Union/Bargaining Unit: CUPE
On-Call: Yes

Job Summary:

The Activity Aide provides quality support and care for individuals attending the Adult Day Programs by implementing planned program of activities within the framework of continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), VON philosophy, policies and procedures, standards and applicable legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the development of the service plan for each client attending the Mobile Adult Day Services Pilot Project.
• Implements, evaluates, and revises service plans on an ongoing basis in collaboration with the family/caregivers and internal team.
• Collaborates with the Recreational Therapist and/or Program Coordinator in planning and implementing social and recreational programs.
• Participates in one on one activities to stimulate mobility, language, reminiscing, group identity and listening skills of clients.
• Assists clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as required (toileting, personal hygiene, medication assistance).
• Collaborates with the team to identify risk factors and introduce interventions to minimize and eliminate client incidents.
• Ensures safety and security measures for the client, volunteers and staff.
• Utilizes volunteers’ talents and expertise within the program.
• Other duties as assigned.

External and Internal Relationships:

• Collaboration with Program Coordinator, Recreation Therapist, and Manager.

Education, Designations, and Experience:

• Diploma or Certificate from a Community College level program or equivalent in health care, social services, or recreation with an emphasis on Gerontology.
• Current First Aid and CPR and Food Handler’s certificates required.
• Certification with GPA, Montessori an asset.
• 1-2 years of recent experience in Adult Day Services or working with groups of clients is an asset.
• Experience in working with adults, especially individuals (and their caregivers), with Alzheimer disease and other cognitive impairments and/or physical disabilities in a social setting a requirement.

Skill Requirements:

• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good observational skills related to client functioning abilities.
• Awareness of community resources.
• Ability to take direction, as well as to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Other:

• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Must have a personal vehicle & possess both a current driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements.

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