Therapeutic Recreationist (Idlewyld Manor)

STARTING BONUS! For joining the Thrive Group team you can earn up to an additional $500!Idlewyld Manor is an accredited, non-profit charitable long-term care facility with 192 beds and situated on Hamilton’s west mountain. Our facility sits on a picturesque 13-acre corner lot surrounded by trees and lush gardens and is steeped in a rich history of community service of over 150 years.Idlewyld Manor is also a part of Thrive Group: providing a spectrum of integrated services to support and care for individuals to live as independently as possible and by bringing together like-minded organizationsAre you looking for a job with an organization that values a strong workplace culture? By joining Idlewyld Manor, you’ll be joining an organization that is: Great Place to Work certified! (2023)Named on the Best Employers in Ontario list (2023)Named on the Best Workplaces for Giving Back list (2023) We are currently hiring Part-Time Therapeutic Recreationists to join the team. POSITION SUMMARY:Assist the Recreation & Volunteer Coordinator with the planning and delivery ofmeaningful recreational programs in all areas of the Facility: Assist the Recreation & Volunteer Coordinator with the planning and directing of recreational programs.Organize and direct individual and group activities.Write out and deliver monthly calendars. Post daily activities on boards on the RHA’sHelp decorate activity boards when appropriate for theme days.Be responsible for Recreation participation daily and monthly statistics.Evaluate ongoing activities and Recreation programs with the Recreation & Volunteer Coordinator.To be available for evening and weekend work programs when scheduled.Participate when called upon in the Resident Care Conference process.Purchase recreation and craft supplies (responsible for own program)Conduct post-admission interviews with the Resident, documenting an assessment profile and goals.Complete Documentation as per LTCH Act and Regulations, including but not limited to Care Plans, quarterlies, G.A.S. etc.Act as liaison between Residents and Recreation & Volunteer Coordinator when needed.Participate in public relations through programs such as open houses and intergenerational programs with community schools.Attend and participate in educational workshops and conferences as appropriate.Complete both food and maintenance requisitions relating to programs and submit to appropriate personnel.Responsible for announcements on the home areas, e.g. programs, church, etc.Responsible for writing thank you letters when required.Other duties as assigned.Adhere to Provincial Occupational Health and Safety legislation and the facility Occupational Health and Safety Policies and Procedures REQUIREMENTS: College diploma in Recreation or Gerontology as a field of study from an Ontario postsecondary institution or a postsecondary diploma, degree or certificate granted from another jurisdiction that the home reasonably believes is equivalent. May require post graduate Therapeutic Recreation Certificate and/or equivalent. Strong knowledge of Alzheimer's Disease, and other dementias, as well as other chronic health challenges (e.g. MS, Parkinsons, stroke, mental illness…)Proven ability to design therapeutic recreation programs.GPA-Gentle Persuasive Approach in Dementia CareAbove average empathetic, listening and reflective skills.Strong leadership skills that are customer-service focussed in keeping with the "Care Culture" of St. Peter's Residence at chedoke.Well developed time management, organizational, and multi-tasking abilitiesCompetent personal computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office…)Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca