Lifestyle and Wellness Assistant, Care (Full-time) - The Waterford
Posted
12 March ****
Looking for a job where you can contribute to the sum of human happiness and truly make a difference?
Join us!
We' re crafting a purposeful, happy and vibrant seniors' community where our residents and employees flourish together.
The Waterford
has been a respected leader in senior living in South Delta since ****, offering both independent living and private long-term care.
We are part of Bria Communities, a local, private company that operates four vibrant retirement communities in South Delta and Langley.
WHO ARE YOU?
You want to work for a company that sees people of all ages as valuable individuals, not just numbers, clients or patients.
Your values include:
Acting with respect to people of all ages, but especially older adults
Providing elevated customer services that put seniors' needs, comfort, and dignity first
Being a supportive and collaborative team member who contributes your skills and knowledge to create purposeful, happy and vibrant senior communities.
Leading the way by taking initiative, always improving, and bringing positivity to work with you every day.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM
Competitive wages
Competitive extended medical & dental benefits
Discounted employee meals
Career growth and development opportunities
We' re locally owned and operated
A culture where feedback from employees leads to real change
Summary
Reporting to the Lifestyle & Wellness Manager, the Lifestyle & Wellness Assistant is responsible for assisting in the implementation of activity programs that meet the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, vocational, environmental and cultural needs and interests of residents in accordance with established goals and policies.
Key Accountabilities
Organizes and implements indoor and outdoor daily activity programs including exercise classes, entertainment, crafts and related activities which encourage involvement and independence
Assists in setting the objectives and standards required measuring the success of the programs and ensures the required standards are met
Assists in the development and production of the monthly calendars and other informational material for the residents
Adheres to management policies and procedures of purchasing, ordering, stock and inventory control
Promotes resident participation in programs that meet the 7 dimensions of wellness including social, physical, spiritual, vocational, emotional, environmental and intellectual activities.
Encourage the participation of resident families and the community
Actively participates in the development of the resident profile and conducts regular interviews with the residents to ensure their wellness needs are being met
Directs and supervises volunteers as required
Participates in resident bus and shuttle outings with other team members as required
Observes and reports any changes in residents' functional and cognitive behavior to the Lifestyle & Wellness Manager
Ensures residents' rights of privacy and confidentiality are maintained except in the proper operation of the business
Ensures that proper security procedures are followed in the handling and storage of any confidential material
Attends approved work-related conferences and seminars to promote and maintain professional development
Ensures that departmental operations comply with all Health and Safety Standards and Regulations
Maintains a current knowledge of and complies with policies and procedures.
Education & Experience
Diploma in a recreation program or equivalent qualifications in the Senior Living / Gerontology field
Current basic First Aid Certificate
Computer skills with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail etc)
Minimum one (1) year in a recreational setting
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Willingness to obtain a Class 4 Drivers Licence within six (6) months of employment (partially paid by company)
Must possess the qualities and attitude that respects and maintains the spirit, dignity and individuality of the residents and employees
Must have the ability to speak and understand English competently and to understand written and oral instructions in English
Must have the ability to safely and efficiently operate all equipment associated with the duties of the position
Must have the ability to communicate effectively, organize the departmental operations and assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the activity programs
Must have the ability to teach residents in appropriate activities
Must have the ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with others in the workplace
Must have the ability to be creative and to stimulate interest and participation of residents in the activity programs
Must have the ability to carry out significant amounts of physical movement such as lifting, bending, stooping and stretching
Must have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Seniors residences that offer a friendly, community-oriented living experience.
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