Job Description

Location: The Gardens at Qualicum Beach, BC

Schedule: Thursday to Monday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Join Our Team!

The Care Group (TCG) provides high-quality residential care services across nine communities throughout the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. We are committed to creating welcoming, supportive environments where residents receive exceptional care and enjoy meaningful, fulfilling lives.

At TCG, we believe every resident deserves excellence in care. Our team works together to promote dignity, independence, connection, and overall well-being.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a compassionate, energetic, and creative Recreation Aide/Activity Aide to join our team at The Gardens at Qualicum Beach.

In this role, you will help enhance residents' quality of life by delivering engaging recreational programs, encouraging social connections, and supporting meaningful daily activities.

If you enjoy working with seniors, bringing people together, and making a positive difference in someone's day, we would love to hear from you!

What We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work that positively impacts residents' lives
• The opportunity to work in a welcoming seniors' community

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver established recreation programs, including outings, exercise classes, arts and crafts, games, entertainment, and social events.
• Encourage and motivate residents to participate in activities that support their physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being.
• Assist residents with transportation to and from recreational programs and provide personal care support during activities as required.
• Adapt activities to accommodate residents' individual abilities, interests, and needs.
• Observe, document, and report changes in residents' conditions or behaviours to the appropriate supervisor or nursing staff.
• Ensure recreation equipment and supplies are properly maintained, cleaned, stored, and used safely.
• Assist with welcoming and orienting new residents to the community.
• Maintain accurate participation records and assist with recreation program documentation.
• Participate in team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and ongoing education and training.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Certificate or diploma from a recognized Recreation or Activity Assistant program.
• Previous experience working with seniors in a recreation or residential care setting is considered an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in written, verbal, and electronic communication in English.
• Basic computer skills, including electronic documentation.
• Current Basic First Aid certification.
• Current FOODSAFE certification or equivalent.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination, in accordance with applicable requirements.

About The Gardens at Qualicum Beach

Located in the beautiful coastal community of Qualicum Beach, The Gardens at Qualicum Beach offers a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors across three levels of care, from independent living to complex care.

Our resident-focused philosophy is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to creating a warm, caring community where residents feel respected, valued, and truly at home.

Join our team and help make every day meaningful for our residents!

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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