Activity Assistant
- Cumberland, BC, Canada
Per diem
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Job details
- Job type
- Per diem
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority(Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Under the general supervision of the Manager or designate, the Activity Assistant assists with the provision of activation and socialization programs for clients, and provides personal care assistance for client participants as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12, completion of a recognized Activation Assistant program, plus two (2) years of recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Class 4 driver's license (unrestricted). Registered with the BC Care Aide registry.
Skills And Abilities
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Deal with others effectively.
- Physically carry out the duties of the position.
- Teach.
- Organize work.
- Operate related equipment, such as a 11-25 passenger, lift equipped van.
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Responsibilities
The Activity Assistant at Island Health will plan and lead activities that keep clients engaged and social. They will also help clients with personal care when needed.
Requirements
Candidates need Grade 12, a recognized activation assistant program, and two years of recent related experience. They also need a valid BC Class 4 licence and BC Care Aide registry registration.
Skills
- Activity programming
- Group facilitation
- Teaching
- Personal care assistance
- Client socialization
- Work organization
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Passenger van operation
- Patient and staff safety
- Physical stamina
Categories
- Healthcare
- Customer Service & Support
- Social Services
Keywords
- Activity Assistant
- activation assistant
- recreation
- client activities
- socialization programs
- personal care
- care aide
- long-term care
- seniors care
- recreation therapy
- group activities
- passenger van
- Island Health
- health care
- per diem
- BC Care Aide registry
Seniority
Entry level
Languages
- English