Recreationist Dementia Care (40) LH-REC09 (Linhaven Home - St. Catharines, ON) at Niagara Region — NeverHard

Job OpeningCUPE 1263Job Title Recreationist Dementia Care (40) LH-REC09 (Linhaven Home - St. Catharines, ON) Job Opening Id 45834 # RequiredBusiness Unit Community Services Division Long Term Care Homes Worksite : Linhaven Home Standard Hours 40.00 / week Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary : Temporary Salary GradeSalary Range $ 29.96 - $ 30.59 Post Date 2026-07-28 Close Date 2026-08-03 - Location Location: St. Catharines, ON Temporary Duration Approximate Duration: Unknown Division Long Term Care Homes JOB SUMMARY As part of the interdisciplinary team at the T. Roy Adams Regional Centre for Dementia Care, responsible to develop, coordinate, implement, promote, and evaluate a diversified program of resident-focused recreational activities for residents/clients based on and responsive to their abilities, strengths, needs, interests, and former lifestyles. Works according to all applicable standards, acts and governing bodies. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Diploma or Degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies or Therapeutic Recreation Completed courses in special populations and therapeutic recreation Certificate in Dementia Care (or equivalent certificate course) from a recognized community college Valid First Aid certification Safe Food Handling preferred Certification in SAM S.T.E.P.S model of exercise preferred. Proof of training/certification within the past 2 years preferred in: U-first, PIECES, GPA, DementiAbility, and Positive Approaches to Care KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE A minimum of 6 - 9 months current experience in the recreation field working with dementia populations, and with residents/clients exhibiting behaviours, preferably in a long-term care or community geriatric setting Knowledge of community resources Knowledge of and experience with Dementia Care and dealing with responsive behaviours preferred Knowledge of resident/client safety issues and demonstrated capacity to apply resident/client safety practices A strong background in long-term care, community consultation and geriatric mental health Experience in creating therapeutic care plans and progress notes DOS charting knowledge, including how to use the patterns to create a recreation intervention care plan Excellent theoretical knowledge and practiced skills in dementia care (specific to GPA techniques, DementiAbility strategies, using The PIECES model of care and Positive Approach to care strategies and therapeutic recreation) SKILLS Commitment to client/family centred care and compassion for the client/family/population being served Ability to advocate (to families, other staff, other departments) for best practice when dealing with responsive behaviours Demonstrated leadership, collaboration and organizational skills Demonstrated adaptive communication skills Excellent computer knowledge and skill, e.g. Word, Outlook Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team Commitment to continuous learning and development Enthusiasm, flexibility and ability to cope with change Must have an excellent rapport with elderly people and special populations SPECIAL CONDITIONS In accordance with the Corporate Policy and applicable Legislation/Regulation(s), the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Record Check and submit a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, as well as complete any subsequent declaration or check as required by legislation/Act, regulation, and/or policy Compliance with any requirements, including immunization and screening measures, of the infection prevention and control program as required by applicable legislation/Act, regulation or policy; some measures are only recommendations (not requirements) Staff are required to be screened for Tuberculosis in accordance with the applicable legislation/Act Good attendance record Physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the job Shift Information Currently scheduled 40 hours Days/Evenings shifts and may be required to work days, evenings and nights, including weekends. Build your career at Niagara Region At Niagara Region, you can build a meaningful career while helping shape a strong, prosperous and inclusive community. Serving a diverse urban and rural population across 12 local municipalities, we deliver high-quality programs and services that make a difference in people’s lives every day. As an employer of choice, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, wellness supports, learning and development opportunities, and flexible work arrangements where operationally feasible. If you are looking for rewarding work, a collaborative team environment and the opportunity to contribute to one of Ontario’s most unique and vibrant regions, we invite you to join us at Niagara Region. WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM At Niagara Region, we believe in a culture that recognizes and rewards employees who consistently demonstrate character, competence, and high-performing characteristics. Work/life balance is important to us at the Niagara Region, all employees are assigned to one primary long-term care location but with the opportunity to work in any of our other long-term care facilities which include locations in Fort Erie, Port Colborne, Welland, St. Catharines, Niagara-on-the Lake, Grimsby, and Niagara Falls. If you are passionate about making a difference through providing exceptional health and personal care and believe, as we do at the Niagara Region, that our long-term care homes should feel like any home should – warm, welcoming, safe, comfortable and affording our residents the ability to uphold their dignity, enjoyment of life, and quality of life, this position is for you. To recognize, reward, and support our employees, we offer: Competitive wages and salaries Competitive benefits packages – including benefits for part-time employees! Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), a Defined Benefit Pension Plan Access to group home and auto insurance Flexible work arrangements Corporate Wellness Centre Wellness funds Discounted fitness memberships Employee and Family Assistance Program services Educational funding and subsidies to support current and/or future career opportunities A robust mentorship program with longer-term and shorter-term experiences Employee Recognition Program and peer-to-peer recognition programs Closing Statement Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY! Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application. We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows: Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215 Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511 In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department Closing Statement Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY! Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application. We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We confirm that we do not use AI in screening of applicants, and this position is an existing vacancy. If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows: Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215 Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511 In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department