Activity Worker (Full-Time)
- Toronto, ON, Canada
- Scarborough, ON, Canada
Compensation: $19.96.60 - $25.90 hourly · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Compensation: $19.96.60 - $25.90 hourly
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Working hours
- 35 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Vision Statement: Building inclusive communities where all seniors are connected to living their best possible life.
Why Work With Us
At Senior Persons Living Connected (SPLC), your work makes a real difference in our communities. Our mission is to understand the aspirations of seniors and respond with innovative support so seniors can live their best possible life.
We offer a supportive and inclusive workplace that values collaboration, professional growth, and work-life balance. By joining SPLC, you’ll work alongside passionate professionals, contribute to meaningful programs and services, and be part of an organization committed to positive social impact.
What To Expect When You Join SPLC
- Competitive compensation and Benefits, including group health and pension for eligible positions.
- Rewarding career that supports meaningful work in our communities.
- Ongoing training and professional Development opportunities.
- Healthy and safe working environment.
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, In-Person Position.
Compensation: $19.96.60 - $25.90 hourly
Reports to: Living Well Manager
Date Posted: October 13, 2026
Deadline: Until position is filled
Position Summary
Responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of daily program activities that support established short- and long-term rehabilitative and recreational goals. Activities are tailored to clients’ levels of functioning and promote independence and safety.
Responsibilities
- Assists in Developing Daily Program Activities
- Designs, plans, and implements appropriate activities for clients based on their physical, mental, and cognitive needs, in accordance with the service plan.
- Provides personal care to clients and responds to client emergencies as needed.
- Works closely with Day Program team members to meet program standards and procedures.
- Documentation and Records Management
- Assists the Team Leader with daily documentation, including daily logs, safety checks, client attendance, dietary records, monthly billing, maintenance work orders, monthly program plans, infection tracking, and other statistical records in AlayaCare.
- Documents clients’ health status, functional abilities, and behaviours in the health record system
- Works safely always and ensures the safety of self, coworkers, and clients by identifying, preventing, and reporting hazards to the supervisor.
- Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and case conferences.
- Performs Other Support Duties
- Certificate or Diploma in Activation, Social Service, Gerontology or related field
- Ability to speak Mandarin or Cantonese; spoken and written skills in either language is required.
- Valid CPR and First Aid considered an asset.
- Experience working with frail and/or cognitively impaired seniors
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office, email, and Zoom
- Ability to write clear and concise client documentation
- Ability to physically perform program duties, including facilitating activities, providing personal care, and assisting with ambulation
- Self-motivated with sound judgment; able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking, with frequent bending and twisting
- Guiding and transferring of clients within program room or washroom
- Pushing and maneuvering mobility devices
- Moving and adjusting tables, chairs, and other equipment
- Exposure to clients who may be agitated or experiencing confusion
- May be exposed to contagious diseases
- Vulnerable Sector Check required
Applicants must submit their application on the SPLC career’s website: Careers - Senior Persons Living Connected
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
This is a full time position
More about this job
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver daily recreational and rehabilitative activities tailored to clients’ physical, mental, and cognitive needs, while supporting personal care, independence, and safety. Maintain client and program records, report hazards, and collaborate with the Day Program team through meetings and case discussions.
Requirements
A certificate or diploma in Activation, Social Service, Gerontology, or a related field is required, along with spoken and written proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese. Candidates should have experience supporting frail or cognitively impaired seniors, strong communication and documentation skills, computer proficiency, and the physical ability to perform program duties; CPR and First Aid are an asset.
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Program Implementation
- Personal Care
- Client Documentation
- Health Record Management
- Client Safety
- Emergency Response
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Zoom
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
- Client Transfers and Ambulation
- Mandarin or Cantonese
Benefits
- Group Health Benefits
- Pension
- Training and Professional Development
- Work-Life Balance
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Social Services
- Sports & Recreation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Activation
- Social Service
- Gerontology
- Senior Care
- Cognitive Impairment
- Rehabilitation
- Recreational Activities
- Activity Planning
- Personal Care
- Client Service Plans
- AlayaCare
- Health Records
- Client Documentation
- Attendance Records
- Dietary Records
- Infection Tracking
- Safety Checks
- Microsoft Office
- Zoom
- CPR
- First Aid
- Mandarin
- Cantonese
- Vulnerable Sector Check