Resident Programs Aide - Temporary Part Time - Southwood Lakes

Responsibilities

• Implements and evaluates individual and group programs in order to meet the physical, emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual needs of the residents.
• Assist with monthly calendar creation.
• Maintains program and resident records according to department policy including but not limited to PCC assessments, RAI/MDS, and Activity Pro tracking.
• Active participation in committees and care conferences.
• Works together with other departments to meet resident needs.
• Participates with set up for special events and seasonal decorating.
• Attends in-service education programs when required.
• Participates in group community outings with residents twice monthly through Handi Transit
• Other duties as assigned by Resident Program Manager.
• EFFECTIVE: May 25th, 2026
• SCHEDULED HOURS: Days and afternoons
• APPLY TO: Alison Zima
• Resident Program Manager
• alison.zima@extendicare.com
• Time Type:
• Part time
• We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
• Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
• Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a degree or diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies,
• Therapeutic Recreation, Kinesiology, or related program.
• Previous experience in Long Term Care setting and knowledge of working with
• Geriatric and special needs residents.
• Ability to read and write English and to understand complicated verbal and written instructions
• Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Publisher and World Wide Web is an asset.
• GPA training would be an asset along with empathy and patience.

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description TEMPORARY CERTIFIED RESIDENT PROGRAM AIDE (Part-Time) - Extendicare Southwood Lakes Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors' population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors' population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada. Qualified Activity Aides are invited to apply for the above Temporary Part-Time Resident Program Aide Position to work at Extendicare's 150 -bed long-term care home; located in Southwood Lakes, Ontario.

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