Position Summary
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives? We're looking for a dynamic and compassionate individual to join our team as a casual Community Activity Worker at the Gordon Road Wellness Centre in beautiful Nelson, BC!
About the Role:
As a Community Activity Worker, you'll play a vital role in enriching the lives of our clients by implementing engaging activities to meet their activation, life skills, recreational, and social needs. Located at the heart of Nelson, the Gordon Road Wellness Centre provides a warm and supportive environment where clients can thrive socially, physically, and emotionally. From assisting clients with activities of daily living to facilitating recreational and social activities, you'll be instrumental in promoting independence and enhancing overall well-being.
Why Join Us:
At Interior Health, we're committed to helping you grow both personally and professionally. As a new member of our team, you'll receive a customized orientation tailored to your needs, along with ongoing support from our dedicated colleagues. You'll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment where patient-centered care is our top priority.
Once hired into a casual role, employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent part-time or full time positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual positions and lead to regular employment.
About Gordon Road Wellness Centre:
Gordon Road Wellness Centre, part of Interior Health's Home and Community Care services, offers a range of health care and support services to residents with acute, chronic, palliative, or rehabilitative health care needs. Our goal is to complement and supplement individuals' efforts to care for themselves, with the support of their families, friends, and community.
Join Our Team in Nelson Today!
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career journey and make a positive impact in the lives of others, we invite you to apply for the Community Activity Worker position at Gordon Road Wellness Centre in Nelson. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our Adult Day Programs team and contribute to the well-being of our community. Apply today!
Qualifications
• Grade 12 plus and at a minimum graduation from an Activity/Recreation program; or an equivalent combination of current education, training and experience.
• One year recent related experience in an Adult Day Programs (which includes experience in recreation/activation).
Comments
Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.