Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

Dykeland Lodge is a home-like long term care facility located in beautiful Windsor, Nova Scotia. We are committed to adding life to years by providing quality, compassionate, resident-centered care by a dedicated, competent and valued team.

Job Title: Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

Job Description: You will be responsible for assisting in the development, organization and delivery of therapeutic recreation programs and interventions that enhance the health, functional abilities, independence and quality of life of the residents.

Education Required:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree with concentration in Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited institution
• Standard First Aid or willingness to obtain
• Education in responsive behaviors/Alzheimer's and related dementias course an asset
• Computer literate (familiar with internet, Microsoft office products)
• Knowledge and/or skills in music, creative expression and/or crafts an asset
• Current Food Handlers or willingness to obtain
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia Therapeutic Recreation Association

Responsibilities:

• Assist with assessment of residents and development of goal orientated care plan to meet needs of residents
• Work with the OT, PT and RA as well as other disciplines to develop programs
• Assist the Chaplain and local area ministers to ensure spiritual needs of residents are being met
• Documenting care
• Provide direction and assisting in supervision of volunteers and student when needed
• Maintain daily attendance records for programs
• Encourage participation in programs
• Provide support and assistance to residents and their families as needed
• Assist in fundraising activities
• Attend and participate in meetings when needed

Competencies:

• Minimum 1 year experience within the recreation field
• Experience in Long Term Care an asset
• Experience working with volunteers and/or mentoring students an asset
• Ability to work flexible hours as required for resident or department needs (days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays included)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for both written and verbal in English with residents, families and co-workers
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy in all aspects of the organization
• Possesses exemplary Customer Service skills
• Reliable with good attendance and cheerful disposition
• Respectful and hardworking team player
• Demonstrate the use of proper body mechanics
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment
• Criminal Record Check including the Vulnerable Sector Screening in the last 3 months is required

What We Offer YOU:

• Comprehensive Package for qualified employees (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Pension Plan for qualified employees
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Orientation
• A supportive work environment
• "Kudos" Internal Recognition Program
• Employee Recognition Gathering (BBQs, Holiday Party, Potlucks, Professional Week Celebrations, etc)
• Reduced pricing for meals from our kitchen
• Free parking
• Free access to current e-learning through SURGE and Provincial Initiatives such as RN LPN Leadership Program, as well as opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Join us now and move with us to our brand-new, world class facility!

As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, we require all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.

Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or have the proper documentation that allows employment in Canada(Canadian Residency or Citizenship)

Dykeland Lodge is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.