Activity Worker 2019-136

Hourly Wage: $23.0326 - $26.8235 Location: Beckley Farm Lodge - James Bay Closing Date: December 24, 2019 Position # 108309 Schedule: Set A, 1:30-9:30, 4 on: 2 off rotation, 1.00FTE Status: Regular Full-Time Comp #: 2019-136 JOB DESCRIPTION: The Activity Worker selects, plans, implements, and evaluates a variety of safe activities which assist in meeting the clients'/residents' social, recreational, intellectual, and physical needs, and works with and supports other team members, students, and registered volunteers assigned to the program. Participation in interdisciplinary case reviews and electronic charting is also required. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: * Graduation from a recognized Activation Certificate or Recreation & Leisure Program, OR; * 3rd or 4th year University Education in a relevant field; such as Recreation and Health; Kinesiology; Social Work; Child and Youth Studies; Mental Health; Education, OR; * Secondary school graduation supplemented by appropriate courses related to the duties to be performed, OR; * Graduation from an approved College or vocational Institution with an appropriate diploma or equivalent. Experience: * Related experience working with geriatric clients in a day program or community setting preferred * Knowledge of the therapeutic value of a particular activity Skills / Abilities: * Ability to stimulate residents' interests, assess results of the program and work effectively on an individual or small group basis * Ability to manage workload in time provided and develop programs to meet the changing needs of clients and residents * Possession of a valid B.C. Class 4 Driver's License; or willing to obtain a Class 4 Driver's License within 60 days of employment * Valid Serving it Right certificate; Valid Food Safe certificate * Knowledge of electronic charting particularly Point Click Care (PCC) * Able to maintain confidentiality in all written and verbal communication related to the client, resident and families. * Cooperative and effective manner in problem solving with staff, clients, residents, family members, volunteers and paid companions.