Since 1974, Circle of Care, a non-profit community based agency, has been a recognized leader in the provision of in-home services in the Toronto area. Circle of Care is an employer of choice. Our employees bring compassion and caring to their roles. Whether assisting our clients in the community, or working hard behind the scenes, they are committed to giving each client the best possible experience. At Circle of Care, our mission is to support individual independence and to sustain and enhance quality of life in the community.

The Recreationist reports to the Senior Recreationist and conducts recreation activities with groups at the Day Centre. The Recreationist also organizes and promote activities, while taking into account the needs and interests of the clients. 

We are looking for: 1 Full-Time Contract Position for a Recreationist

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Job Location: Circle of Care Adult Day Program for Seniors at 1600 Steeles Ave West, Vaughan

Located in Southern York Region, The Day Centre for Seniors is a partnership between Circle of Care and Baycrest, and is funded by the Central LHIN (Local Health Integration Network). This program helps to divert and delay admission to long-term care by providing therapeutic, social, recreational and Jewish programming to seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as those aging with developmental disabilities and dementia. Services are delivered by a diverse team of health care providers.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate with the team to support client goals and intervention plans.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on case management and review
• Communicate feedback from and/or about the client to the team
• Implement recreation programs to meet clients needs and interests based on assessments
• Identify and access relevant resources to achieve program goals (adaptive devices, financial resources, transportation, etc.)
• Contribute to ongoing evaluations of program service delivery and outcomes
• Coordinate with students, volunteers and other recreationists
• Plan and oversee special events

• Completion of two (2) years community college in Recreation or Activation, or equivalent
• Professional member in good standing with either Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) or Activity Professionals of Ontario (APO)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certified.
• Experience working with frail and impaired elderly and their families
• Experience working with seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias
• Experience in recreational programming for seniors.
• Basic computer and writing skills.
• Clear communication skills.
• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Current CPR training would be an asset
• Additional language skills would be an asset (e.g. Russian, Hebrew)

Circle of Care is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued, respected and supported.  We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve, and creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach her/his potential.

Circle of Care is a scent free environment.  All employees, volunteers and visitors are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting our office or working in the client’s home.

We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation, please inform us in advance.

We thank you for your interest in Circle of Care. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.