Recreation Assistant - Activity Worker 11 (Permanent Part-Time 50%) - MSEH - 175218

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Recreation Assistant

Activity Worker 11

Health PEI

Location – Margaret Stewart Ellis Home, O’Leary

Part-Time (50%) Permanent (UPSE) Position

(Commencing Immediately)

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our residents when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

This position works within the person-centered care philosophy and acts as a support to the residents to have input, choices and participation in activities meaningful to them. This position works to ensure a safe environment for residents and clients to live and to have activities. Individual and group activities are delivered to meet spiritual, physical, emotional, and social needs to enhance the quality of life for the residents.

Duties will include:

• Assess, develop and coordinate therapeutic recreation programming that meets the needs of the residents across all levels of care;
• Preparing calendars, resources, supplies for programs and booking volunteers accordingly;
• Encouraging and motivating residents to attend and participate in recreational programs;
• Directing and supervising volunteers and students to assist in the enhancement of resident’s quality of life;
• Assessing residents in order to design programs to meet the needs of each individual and re-assess if necessary;
• Promoting and securing a stimulating atmosphere for groups and individuals;
• Organizing community outings;
• Effective communication between families and friends;
• Complying with guidelines outlined by IPAC and other safety procedures
• Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team;
• Conduct resident council meetings and events
• Adapting and modifying programs to meet ever-changing needs of residents;
• Maintaining records of resident involvement and evaluating programs in accordance with continuous quality improvement;
• Performing other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of Grade 12 supplemented by a diploma in Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, Recreation/ Kinesiology, Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physiotherapy Assistant, Human Services or diploma in a recognized Social Science field.
• Current CPR/Choking and First Aid or willing to obtain
• Experience working with the individuals with complex levels of care (including those with dementia).
• Ability to interact with individuals and groups in programs and activities.
• Knowledge and ability to design, implement, promote and evaluate recreation programs.
• WHMIS certificate
• Knowledge and proficiency working in a computerized environment.
• The successful applicant must have a valid Class 4 Driver’s License or willing to obtain within the first three months of employment.
• TLR or be willing to obtain
• The successful applicant must have a good previous work and attendance record.

Other Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to applicants currently working in a long-term care recreation department
• Gentle Persuasive Approach education will be considered an asset
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Please Note: Preference will be given to Members of the UPSE Health Bargaining Unit in accordance with Article 30.01 of the Collective Agreement.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results. The "Notification of Successful Candidates" list posted on the Employment Opportunity board will serve to inform all other applicants of competition results.

Salary Range: $28.80 - $31.28 per hour (Level 11)

Bi-Weekly Hours: 37.50 Hours Bi-Weekly / Rotating Shifts / Days – Evenings / Every Second Weekend.

Posting ID: 175218-1026MSPI

Closing Date: Monday, November 23, 2026 at 4:00pm

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, applications may be submitted by mail to the PEI Public Service Commission at either P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8, or c/o ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É., 120 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside, PE C1N 5L2. Applications may also be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383 or (902) 888-8083. As receipt of faxed applications cannot be guaranteed, applicants are encouraged to confirm receipt by telephone or in person prior to the closing date. Please ensure the appropriate Job Posting ID number is included on all application materials. Applications may be submitted online, and application forms may be obtained at www.jobspei.ca, any ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É. location, PEI Government office, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone at (902) 368-4080 or (902) 888-8013.