Life Enrichment Worker

DATE: February 28 th , 2024 LOCATION: Penetanguishene, ON – Georgian Bay Lodge              COMPENSATION: $48,941– $58,154 Annually Prorated LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 19,633 annually and providing 1,861 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.   To help fulfill its mission, LOFT is hiring a Life Enrichment Worker . Job Summary Working within a team of other professionals, the Life Enrichment Worker will enhance the quality of life for clients facing complex challenges which could include mental health and/or addiction challenges, cognitive impairment, ongoing physical health issues, responsive behaviors and/or other neurological disorders who are living within our Enhanced Assisted Living programs.  The Life Enrichment Worker plans, coordinates, implements and directs recreational, educational or therapeutic activity programs that assist residents in maintaining and developing intellectual, physical, spiritual, social and recreational opportunities and, further assists in building interpersonal relationships and social skills. What You Will Do Plan life enrichment programs and activities that best suit the needs of the individual residents and group activities.  Interview residents and/or family members to determine activity and program preferences.  Complete any required therapeutic/restorative care assessments. Develop a Monthly Activity Calendar and implement the activities.  Coordinate the activities with other services that may be required to assist (ie food services etc) Be responsible for the set-up and clean-up of the activity.  Purchase/order supplies for the activity as needed. Facilitate both group programming and individual resident programming. Coordinate and accompany residents on outings. Communicate both orally and in writing with the appropriate staff regarding observation of the resident.  Record all interactions in computer Client Information System.  Maintain accurate attendance logs of all participants. Encourage and assist residents in participating in schedule activities. Collaborate with other staff members to plan and generate ideas to improve the activities. Support the resident and the Assisted Living team in the development and implementation of a care plan tailored to the residents’ needs and issues designed to improve quality of life and assist in the mitigation of responsive behaviours. Develop respectful and trusting relationships with residents using Recovery and Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles; Maintain strict confidentiality and follow all other required policies and procedures; Consistently interact with clients, staff, family members, other community agencies and partners in a professional manner that reflects favourably on LOFT Community Services; Effectively participate as a member of the Assisted Living Team; attend staff/team meetings,  client care conferences, other multi-disciplinary meetings, committee meetings etc as required; Attend and actively participate in all required training; Complete other duties, from time to time, as assigned by the Coordinator and/or Program Manager. What You Bring Must Haves Degree and/or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation or recreation with a therapeutic concentration. Minimum 2 years’ experience  with vulnerable, older adults and seniors who may be living with mental illness, cognitive and neurological illnesses, addiction challenges and/or responsive behaviours who have been longer term hospital patients. Knowledge and training in GPA, Montessori Methods for Dementia, PIECES and Restorative Care. Knowledge and proven experience working with clients in a PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) approach. Ability to organize and work with individuals and groups in the areas of assessment, program planning and problem solving. Ability to interact with clients in a positive and supportive manner. Physically able to perform required duties. First Aid and CPR certification. Good oral and written skills. Excellent computer skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Demonstrated effectiveness working with minimal supervision with proven reliability and trustworthiness. Valid drivers’ license and access to own vehicle is required. Nice-to-Haves Fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese & ability to communicate in another language is an asset. Understanding of cultural competency and anti-oppression framework;  Reflective of a multi-barriered group, as serviced by the program, a strong asset     What We Offer A comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability Defined Benefits Pensions Plan 24/7 Employee Assistance Program E-learning program available all year round Starting vacation time above minimum standard, Additional paid personal and paid sick days Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion Tuition reimbursement program Maternity-leave top up program Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply. Note: All LOFT employees are required to be COVID-19 vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with LOFT’s Vaccination Policy; unless they are employed in or work regularly with staff who are employed in, non-client facing roles. Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required. CLOSING DATE: April 30 th , 2024 Thanks for visiting our Career Page. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.