Activity Assistant, Job offer in Ottawa, Ontario

Evenings and Weekends are required for this position.

Opportunity for mature, dynamic and self-motivated individual with the ability to enhance the lives of our Residents in Windsong by developing and implementing meaningful programs while promoting a caring, nurturing and interactive atmosphere.

Qualifications:

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required;
• Previous experience working with seniors;
• GPA and experience working with residents with cognitive decline (Dementias)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly;
• Event planning an asset.
• Bilingual.