Recreation Assistant
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- Allied Health
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- COV00058073 Requisition #
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- 12 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Youville Home is a compassionate continuing care community offering a broad spectrum of services to support its residents, including an on-site nurse practitioner, occupational, physio, and recreation therapy, palliative care, and spiritual support. Our facility also features a chapel, open daily for quiet reflection, and hosts regular services. Located just minutes northwest of Edmonton, St. Albert is renowned for its exceptional quality of life, including top-tier safety, education, and access to amenities. Families are drawn to its excellent schools, while outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the city’s scenic natural landscapes, including parks, trails, and the Sturgeon River. St. Albert offers abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, and kayaking. The city’s vibrant community spirit is evident through diverse events, festivals, and year-round recreational activities, fostering a strong sense of belonging. Covenant Health is deeply embedded in Alberta’s integrated health system. With a legacy spanning over 150 years, we deliver high-quality, innovative services across 19 sites in 13 communities. As one of Canada’s largest Catholic health organizations, Covenant Health is committed to excellence, recognized as one of Alberta’s Top 85 Employers for 2026, and named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies for nine consecutive years. Please note: Classifications Under Review.
Description:
Description: The Therapy Aide plans, organizes and promotes a variety of meaningful recreation, leisure and social activities for clients, based on the clients' interests and abilities. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE General Support Services Collective Agreement.
- Classification: Recreation Assistant
- Union: COV AUPE GSS
- Unit and Program: Recreation YH
- Primary Location: Youville Home
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 16-JUL-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 24-AUG-2026
- Temporary End Date: 24-AUG-2027
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 20
- Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $24.14
- Maximum Salary: $26.98
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications: High School diploma or recognized equivalent required.
Additional Required Qualifications:One year experience in a Continuing Care facility, including working with residents living with dementia.
Preferred Qualifications:Recreation Attendant Certificate. Class 4 driver's license along with a clean driver's abstract.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.