Activity Aide- Casual Part-time Job

·  Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, social service worker gerontology or other related field from a community college or university or enrolled in same required. If enrolled, must complete program within 3 years of hire date. 

·  Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills. 

·  Knowledge and demonstrated experience in one-one/group program planning, implementation and evaluation for both well and the cognitively impaired. 

·  Ability to work independently and ability to manage time effectively. 

·  Ability to plan, implement, evaluate new ideas, resident programs and volunteer initiatives. 

·  Knowledge and/or experience in working with the geriatric population especially those with cognitive impairments. 

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes.