Activity Aide, Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) - Temporary, Part-time

• Assist with implementation of programme in conjunction with team members
• Ensure that present and future volunteers are incorporated in the planning of activities with the clients, based on client and program needs/goals
• Works in collaboration with the Site ADP Coordinator and Coordinator of Volunteers to ensure that volunteers are integral to program delivery
• Explore diverse resources in the community that will assist with program planning
• Ensure that the program/activities are well documented for other staff members to implement
• Contribute to the planning of monthly calendars of special events/programming and submit when requested
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of an atmosphere of warmth, caring, personal interest, resulting in a level of client participation that is appropriate and positive, as reflected by participant and family caregiver satisfaction
• Other duties as assigned

This position is a Canada Summer Jobs position open to students who meet the eligibility requirements of the program. To be eligible to participate in the CSJ initiative, individuals must:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
• Have been registered as full-time students in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations

• In the process of obtaining education in Gerontology, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services or equivalent education
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating a therapeutic, holistic program plan, meeting the identified needs of each client is an asset
• Certification in First Aid and CPR level C is an asset
• Experience with computer programs (word processing, electronic communication) is an asset
• Good communication and active listening skills
• Ability to take direction, as well as to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Capacity to remain calm in unexpected situations
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of your employment
• A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
• Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas