Join Our Team

Riverside Health Care is a fully accredited multi-site, multi-faceted health care system providing service to the Rainy River District in spectacular Northwestern Ontario. Our health care sites across the District serve a catchment area of over 20,000 residents in 15,500 square kilometers.

The Activation Department at Rainycrest Long Term Care is actively recruiting a Casual Activity Assistant to join our team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the Activation Coordinator, is responsible for the organization and implementation of daily and evening recreational, social and therapeutic activities and craft programs for residents of long-term care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university or; are enrolled in a community college or university in a diploma or degree program in such a field with a commitment to complete the program within three years;
• Experience working with the elderly in a long-term care setting;
• Genuine interest and understanding of the care and needs of the elderly;
• Demonstrated ability to motivate groups and individuals in recreational activities;
• Proven proficiency in MS Office applications, including MS Word, Excel, and Gold Care;
• Possession of a valid Class “F” Drivers’ License an asset;
• Dependable, competent and continued ability to carry out responsibilities;
• Proven ability to deal tactfully and courteously with residents, residents’ families, visitors and staff;
• Familiar with Occupational Health & Safety Workers’ Rights & Responsibilities;
• Understands and maintains confidentiality;
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skill with the ability to function effectively independently, within a team, with front line personnel , and management;
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast paced healthcare environment with excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload;
• Dependable with a verifiable acceptable attendance record;
• Proven ability to perform the essential duties of the position on a regular basis.