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Grey County

Recreationist - Lee Manor (Permanent, Part-Time)

Owen Sound, ON, Canada

Part-time

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Job details

Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Nov 19, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original job description

Join us and help make a difference in healthcare! We are proud to be home to 300+ residents across our three long term care communities. Our team members pride themselves in providing exemplary person-centered quality care. Our “Colour It Your Way” philosophy is our framework and foundation that guides us to ensuring our residents and team members have a positive and rewarding experience. We are looking for enthusiastic caring individuals who are dedicated and have the desire to be part of a team that enriches the lives of others.

Come join us and be part of our Colour It Care Team.

Grey County's Long-Term Care department is recruiting permanent part-time (no guaranteed hours) Recreationists at Lee Manor in Owen Sound, ON. This job posting is for two (2) existing vacancies.

Applications will be accepted until Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Purpose

Reporting to the Resident and Family Services Manager, the Aide/Assistant will provide recreation therapies to residents according to their assessed needs. The Aide/Assistant will work in collaboration with all other clinical care providers to optimize the resident’s experience.

The Aide/Assistant is required to perform their duties in a manner that is consistent with the Core Values of the home that supports the ‘Colour It’ resident led philosophy of care to ensure resident safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

General

Provides for recreation and leisure activities including outings in accordance with established policy, physician’s orders, the resident plan of care and within the scope of practice;
Contributes to and sustains a plan of care to meet residents’ assessed need;
Assist in planning for assigned resident area activity calendars in accordance with the care plan goals and preferences of the residents on each home area;
Responsible for maintaining accurate and complete records of care delivered;
Demonstrates a professional working knowledge of all equipment used in the delivery of care;
Follows all corporate policies and procedures; contributes to the development of site specific recreation therapy policies as indicated;
Identifies appropriate therapeutic recreation goals and interventions on the care plans of identified residents;
Seeks direction from the RFSM when resident need exceeds experience or scope of practice.

Care Coordination

Follows established job routines on a daily basis;
Effectively participates in care conferences;
Ensures that care provided is documented as required in a timely manner using the assigned documentation tools.

Quality Management

Participates in all aspects of the Quality and Risk Management program as it pertains to recreation and leisure activities; and contributes to the development of recommendations for corrective action;
Maintains personal accountability for completion of monthly audits as assigned;
Participates in meetings on a regular basis and contributes to discussion and planning.
Ensure all documentation is accurate and timely.

Financial Accountability

Ensures appropriate utilization of all supplies and equipment.

Human Resources

Participates in an effective orientation, and performance management process in accordance with County of Grey standards for all employees within the recreation department;
Identifies learning needs and communicates to leadership within the home;
Models positive working relationships with the union and employee representatives;
Actively participates in the annual education program.
Ensures appropriate utilization of all supplies and equipment.

Occupational Health & Safety

Advises supervisor or designate immediately of all staff incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports;
Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and residents;
Wears personal protective equipment as designated;
Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles;
Maintains a sound working knowledge of their roles and responsibilities during all emergency situations when working different shifts.

Family & Resident Relations

Contributes to positive customer service with residents and families in day to day work.

Ministry of Long-Term Care Compliance

Contributes to good working relationships with relevant persons within the Ministry of Long-Term Care (MLTC);
Knows MLTC legislation, regulation and process;
Contributes to the implementation of processes and systems to ensure compliance to all standards on an ongoing basis.

Working Conditions

Modern facility, temperature controlled, smoke free environment;
Hours of work include scheduled shifts and call-ins, and may include day, evening, weekdays and weekends. There is a requirement to work statutory holidays;
Work is in a home-like medical care area and requires interaction with residents and their families. The workplace is fast paced, with frequent disruptions and distractions, while meeting preset deadlines. Must be flexible to changing needs of the residents, staff and operational issues, as they are presented.

Identified Hazards

Physical Demands Analysis outlined on pages 5 – 9;
Potential exposure to bodily fluids through regular Resident contact;
Some stress resulting from dealing with Resident care needs, behaviours and time pressures;
Exposure to unexpected behaviours of Residents (i.e. yelling, swinging of arms, aggressive behaviours, etc.);
Exposure to Occupational Diseases of Residents (i.e. Influenza).

Contacts

Internal Working Relationships

Resident and Family Services Manager, other managers, other department staff, Residents

External Working Relationships

Families, MOHLTC Inspectors, Entertainers/Guests, contract service providers, volunteers

Knowledge and Skill

Recreation and Social Activity staff must have completed a diploma or degree in recreation/leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a recognized college or university or have qualifications as identified under the Ontario Regulations 246/22 73 (a), (b), (c).
Experience working in a long term care setting is an asset;
Good oral and written communication skills;
Ability to follow direction and work in a team environment;
Knowledge of programming needs for older adults diagnosed with dementia;
Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends;
Basic computer skills (experience in computerized documentation an asset).

Impact of Error

Errors may lead to ineffective performance and may result in injury to self, others and residents. Furthermore, errors may result in a loss of public confidence, credibility and create a liability to the corporation.

Grey County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and promotes a culture of respect where all team members are valued for their unique talents, knowledge and lived experiences.

Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are encouraged to outline accommodation needs when submitting their application. If alternate methods of application are required, candidates can email careers@grey.ca.

This recruitment process does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.

Based on the nature of the position, pre-employment screening may be required including but not limited to; Criminal Record Searches, Financial Credit Inquiries; Educational and Credential Verification; Driver’s Abstracts; Drug/Alcohol Testing; Pre-Medical Testing and Investigative Employment References.

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Responsibilities

The Recreationist provides recreation therapies and leisure activities to residents based on their assessed needs and care plans. They work collaboratively with clinical care providers to optimize the resident experience while maintaining accurate records and ensuring safety.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma or degree in recreation/leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, or a related field. Experience working in a long-term care setting is considered an asset.

Skills

Recreation therapy
Therapeutic recreation
Kinesiology
Care planning
Documentation
Customer service
Dementia care
Infection control
Health and safety
Team collaboration
Communication skills
Computer skills
Quality management
Risk management

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Keywords

Recreationist
Long-term care
Therapeutic recreation
Kinesiology
Resident care
Care planning
Documentation
Dementia care
Quality management
Risk management
Infection control
Customer service
Healthcare
Recreation therapy
Leisure studies
Clinical care
Occupational health and safety
Person-centered care

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