Recreation Attendant
Come join our team! Being part of Shepherd’s Care means making a difference and having an opportunity to grow, innovate, lead, and succeed. Our employees propel change and continue to be at the centre of our organization’s development. Our inspiring Mission is “Living life in a caring, Christian environment” and encourages our employees to contribute to a culture of positivity, while being person-centred and present in the lives of our residents.
The Opportunity
Employment Type: Casual
Reporting to the Recreation Therapist, the Recreation Attendant assists in the development and implementation of therapeutic recreational programming and interventions with a focus on resident safety and choice in accordance with the resident’s plan of care.
Consider applying if you have graduated from a Therapeutic Recreation program, have demonstrated skills in gerontology/recreation therapy; can read, write, and speak English effectively; and have strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Education credentials with health care related fields will also be considered.
How to Apply
Complete the application form below, attach your resume and covering letter and click the Submit button. We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Who We Are
Shepherd’s Care Foundation is a mission driven, faith-based, not-for-profit organization providing quality care and accommodations to more than 1450 seniors in Calgary, Edmonton, and Barrhead. Our campuses provide living options for residents with a full spectrum of care needs including Independent Living, Continuing Care Home Type B (supportive living/SL4), Continuing Care Home Type B Secure (SL4D), Continuing Care Home Type A (long term care and complex care), and Home and Community Care Type 2.
What We Offer
Shepherd’s Care Foundation offers competitive total rewards, a strong focus on employee safety and wellness, and a commitment to progressive work teams, personal development, and collaboration. We also offer respectful and culturally inclusive workplaces that align with our employee-developed Behaviour Standards, and pride ourselves on open and connected work environments.
Note that, the successful applicant must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (satisfactory to the employer).