Recreation Assistant/Bus Driver

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Aspira Peninsula Retirement Living in South Surrey, BC, is seeking a permanent part-time Recreation Assistant/Driver (45 hours bi-weekly) with Tue Thu Sat 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM shifts, and a rate of $21.19 to $21.74. The role drives residents to appointments and groceries, helps run activities, transports residents to programs, tracks participation, and fosters social connections under the Team Leader. Must-haves include a post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation or related field or equivalent senior care experience, valid Class 4 and 5 licenses with a clean driving record, computer proficiency, and successful Vulnerable Sector and Criminal Records checks. Tips: tailor your resume to highlight eldercare, safety, and program leadership, provide concrete examples, and expect AI screening.

Recreation Assistant/Driver
Aspira Peninsula Retirement Living - South Surrey, BC
Rate of Pay: $21.19-$21.74/hr
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

This is a Permanent Part-Time position with 45 hours bi-weekly.

Schedule:

• Sun OFF
• Mon OFF
• Tues 9:00AM-5:00PM
• Wed OFF
• Thurs 9:00AM-5:00PM
• Fri OFF 
• Sat 9:00AM-5:00PM

If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us! 

The Recreation Assistant/Driver is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.

As a Recreation Assistant/Driver your typical day will impact in the following ways:

• Driving the company vehicle to take residents to get groceries, appointments, etc.
• Participating in the development and revision of departmental procedures and programs under the guidance of the Team Leader.
• Setting up the activity area as necessary and assisting in transporting residents to and from programs, if required.
• Assisting in monitoring the residents' interests, needs and progress.
• Maintaining program and resident records according to departmental policies. Regularly reports participation and feedback by residents to the Team Leader.
• Promoting social interaction among residents by assuming leadership of assigned activities or special events, assists new residents with orientation to the building and to the recreation program, and introduces them to the others within the residence and promoting conversation and social interaction among residents.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Must haves:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from an indigenous Institute, private career college, college of applied arts and technology, another degree granting Institution OR equivalent work experience working with seniors.
• Valid Class 4 and 5 Driver's License  
• Clean driving record must be provided
• Experience in working with seniors including an understanding of motivation concepts with seniors.
• Understanding of leisure principles.
• Computer proficiency.
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Records Check.  

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.  

Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position.

 Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.  In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.