Posted 3 months ago
ASSISTED LIVING ACTIVITY WORKER
@ Northern Health Authority
Fort St. John, British Columbia
Overview
Northern Health Authority is hiring a full-time Assisted Living Activity Worker in its Home & Community Care department in Fort St. John. The role plans and delivers a balanced program of purposeful activities for Assisted Living clients, Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver a balanced program of purposeful activities
- Assist with planned activities in a professional manner
- Provide services to Assisted Living clients per policy and procedures
- Respond to crises as they occur
Requirements summary:
- Graduate of a recognized Long Term Care Program with experience with seniors, or equivalent
- Valid BC driver's licence and access to a vehicle
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to handle crisis and work under stress
- Physical ability to perform the duties
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-13
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Long Term Care |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Northern Health Authority
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At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public health - Home and community care NH boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. Ditch the long commutes and have more time to spend doing what you love. Experience the diverse beauty of the Canadian landscape while taking advantage of year-round outdoor activities. From the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains to the prairies, there are a variety of urban, rural, and remote opportunities waiting for you! Northern Health acknowledges with gratitude that our work takes place on the territories of the Tlingit, Tahltan, Nisga’a, Gitxsan, Tsimshian, Haisla, Haida, Wet’suwet’en, Carrier (Dakelh), Tse'khene, Dane-zaa, Nihew (Cree), Saulteau, and Dene Peoples.
- LinkedIn followers
- 17,003
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,607
- Reported office locations
- 1, Prince George, BC V2L5B8, CA
- Other recorded names
- Northern Health - BC
- Specialties
- Healthcare services
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At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Prince George, BC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Specialties | Healthcare services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 591 |
| View page |
Are you an Activity Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Home & Community Care – Assisted Living department.
In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Assisted Living Activity Worker assists in providing a balanced program of purposeful services and activities to Assisted Living clients in accordance with policy and procedures.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:30 to 16:30
Qualfications
• Graduate of a recognized Long Term Care Program and experience with seniors; or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education, training and experience.
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to deal with crisis and to work under stress when crisis occurs.
• Demonstrated ability to assist with planned activities in a professional manner, consistent with established administrative practices, procedures and regulations.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Where you will be working:
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort St. John
More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.
What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Three weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).
International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
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