Activity Worker ()

DEPARTMENT: Mecical

BARGAINING UNIT: CUPE

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

JOB SUMMARY:

The incumbent reports to the manager and recreologist. It provides social, recreational and educational activities to promote or maintain the maximum level of independence and activation for hospital patients

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduation or general education diploma (GED) plus an additional program in the field of human services or social sciences of over six months and up to one year or equivalent;
• Mental health experience would be an asset;
• Experience in crafts, education, recreation or public relations would be an asset;
• Good knowledge of computer tools and office automation applications and ability to use them;
• Class 4 Valid driver's licence under the provisions of the New Brunswick Motor Vehicule Act or obtain it according to the set deadlines;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform the assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethical principles, to the Network's management philosophy and to organizational values;
• Compliance with the rules of confidentiality set by Vitalité Health Network.
  
• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.