Recreation Assistant
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- Allied Health
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- COV00051719 Requisition #
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- Jul 25, 2025 Post Date
- Classification: Recreation Assistant
- Union: COV CUPE 41
- Unit and Program: Recreation Therapy, EGCCC
- Primary Location: Edmonton General EGCCC
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.68
- Posting End Date: 31-JUL-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 11-AUG-2025
- Hours per Shift: 6.00, 7.00
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 15
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $22.49
- Maximum Salary: $25.07
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
Required Qualifications: High School diploma or recognized equivalent required.
Additional Required Qualifications:Must have at least one year experience working directly with residents living with chronic illnesses, cognitive impairments (such as dementia), physical disabilities, or age-related conditions that limit their independence. Candidates must have experience facilitating recreational programming in long term care, supportive living or assisted living. Must have demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications to support effective communication, documentation, and scheduling within the continuing care environment. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and an approach that is compassionate, patient and respectful. Must be eligible to obtain a valid Class 4 driver’s license, this must be clearly demonstrated this within the resume or cover letter.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience with an electronic charting system, e.g. Connect Care is an asset.
Hiring Requirements
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: Satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search (as applicable based on position). Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions with Covenant Health.
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