Recreationist, Job offer in London, Ontario

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in implementing the group and individual life enrichment programs such as exercise classes, crafts, social activities and outings, and sensory stimulation activities are assigned
• Assist with feeding residents as assigned
• Set up activity area as necessary
• Transport residents to and form programs and meals
• Monitor behavior and condition of residents during programs
• Reports any significant changes to the supervisor and nursing staff as required
• Participates in multi-disciplinary care conferences and other committees as required
• Maintains program and resident records according to department policy
• Reports participation of residents to registered staff regularly
• Works cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures including, but not limited to sanitation, safety and quality assurance and infection control
• Performs other related functions as required by the supervisor
• Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and any Collective Agreements
• Complies with safe work practices and guidelines
• Reports incidents/accidents immediately to supervisor
• Complies with all WSIB reporting and documenting requirements
• Cooperates with the company Return to Work Program if required
• Complies with all company Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Participates in all relevant and required in-service education
• Functions under direct supervision
• No signing authority

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 1 year progressive related experience
• 2 year diploma in Recreation and Leadership, or equivalent
• 6 months in this job to reach competency