Activity Leader- South Adult Day Centre

South Vancouver Neighbourhood House is looking for an Adult Day Centre Activity Leader for our South Vancouver Adult Day Centre. Our Adult Day Centre provides specialized services for frail seniors and older adults with cognitive challenges who live independently or with caregivers in the community. Utilizing a person-centred approach, we are committed to enriching the lives of our participants. The Adult Day Centre Activity Leader will be motivated to help research, design, develop and implement a variety of therapeutic social and recreational programs that meet the complex health care of a diverse seniors' population.

The Activity Leader works in a supportive team environment in client centered program development, delivery and evaluation.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate a variety of stimulating activities tailored to the interests and needs of participants, including those with dementia or other cognitive challenges
• Lead group activities such as arts and crafts, music therapy, light exercise, games, and social outings to promote engagement and socialization
• Monitor participant safety during activities, ensuring a secure environment at all times
• Foster positive relationships with participants, families, and team members through clear communication and empathetic support
• Work with program nurse to inform participant care plans, utilize care plans to implement meaningful programing
• Assist participants in the washroom as needed
• Actively participate in daily/monthly staff meetings and assist with monthly newsletter and calendar
• Provide leadership and support to program volunteers
• Stay informed about best practices in senior care, assisted living, nursing home environments, and dementia care to continually enhance activity offerings
• Other duties as required
• All team members of SVNH are expected to adhere to and demonstrate values of anti-racism, diversity and inclusion

• Diploma/Certificate or related knowledge of therapeutic recreation or related field (Gerontology, Social Services, etc.)
• Previous training or experience in program development, implementation and activation for ageing adults at different stages of cognition and physical ability.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients and to observe and recognize changes
• Knowledge/experience in various recreational activities geared towards an older adult population (arts, crafts, active games, etc)
• Enthusiasm and interest to develop, deliver and evaluate individual and group activities
• Ability to adapt pace based on needs of participants and function in a dynamic fast paced environment
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of health challenges older adults experience
• Ability to speak additional language an asset
• Class 4 BC drivers license an asset
• Emergency 1 aid an asset

Compensation: $28.79 hourly + excellent benefits package

Terms of Employment:
Regular full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am-4pm

ANHBC is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on diversity and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds and identities to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please.