Aide - Part Time

Position: Active Living Aide - Part Time
## Active Living Aide - Part Time Apply:
Valley Stream - 2 Valley Stream Drive, Ottawa, ON K2H 0A5:
Part time:
Posted Today:
R17672
*** Wage per hour***$20.49

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.
** Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence
** We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Reporting to the Active Living Manager, the Active Living Aide assists in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents.

** Key Responsibilities
*** Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director;
* Assists with the maintenance of appropriate department records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing individual participation, charting;
* Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events;
* Attends in-service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly;
* Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents' interest in mind;
* Facilitating residents to scheduled and pre-arranged outings;
* Assisting with assessment of individual resident activity levels;
* Preparing, carrying out and evaluating daily activities;
* Assisting with meal services as required;
* Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
* Support the front desk by providing break coverage for receptionists.
* Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;
* Complete other duties as assigned.
** Qualifications
* ** College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required;
* Previous experience working with seniors;
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
* Excellent oral and written communication skills;
* An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly;
* Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
* Cogir
* * is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.
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