Posted 3 months ago
Companion and Recreation Volunteer - Lifestyle Options
@ Carrington Group of Companies
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
Carrington Group of Companies, through Lifestyle Options Retirement Communities, is seeking volunteer Companion and Recreation Helpers at its Edmonton-area senior living communities. The role provides companionship and runs or assists recreation and therapeutic activities for residents, including escorting residents to activities and outings. A Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check is required, and the schedule must include evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Assist staff with recreation programs and activities
- Provide one-on-one companionship to residents
- Safely escort residents to activities and outings
- Help set up and clean activity spaces
Requirements summary:
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check (required)
- Experience coordinating activities for seniors, including dementia (preferred)
- Strong English communication skills
- Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
- High emotional intelligence and professionalism
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-24
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Schedule | evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
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Carrington Group of Companies
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 19 |
Lifestyle Options Retirement Communities provides affordable, supportive senior living with a focus on personalized care and healthy aging. Our purpose-built spaces and quality living experiences create an inclusive environment where residents and staff thrive together. Guided by our core values of care, trust, and respect, we ensure every resident can age with dignity and joy. More than a Home, it’s a Lifestyle.
The Opportunity:
We’re looking for Companion and Recreation Helpers to volunteer at our Lifestyle Options Communities. In this role, you will provide companionship and support residents as they participate in recreational and therapeutic activities that enhance their daily lives.
What you’ll do:
- Assist staff in delivering recreation programs and activities, including arts and crafts, music, fitness classes, and games.
- Provide one-on-one companionship through friendly conversations, shared hobbies, and social activities.
- Safely escort residents to and from activity areas, walks, outings, and community events.
- Help set up and clean activity spaces, including arranging materials and distributing supplies.
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check (required).
- Experience coordinating activities for seniors, including those with dementia (preferred).
- Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Flexible schedule, including availability for evenings and weekends.
- High emotional intelligence and professionalism when interacting with residents and families.
- Develop transferable career and life skills.
- Make a meaningful impact and help reduce isolation in your community.
Lifestyle Options is proud to serve the greater Edmonton area with five communities: Leduc, Southwest Edmonton (Riverbend & Whitemud), West Edmonton (Terra Losa), and North Edmonton (Schonsee).
We’d love to work with you—join the Lifestyle Options team today.
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