Posted 9 days ago
Recreation Assistant Union /EAA Temporary Full time Days/Evenings
@ Sienna Senior Living
Barrie, Ontario
Overview
Sienna Senior Living is hiring a temporary full-time Recreation Assistant at Woods Park Community and Retirement, paying $23.81-25.41 per hour. The role plans and runs daily recreation programs for long-term care residents, supports resident assessment and records, and reports to the Director of Resident Programs. The posting is for an existing vacancy and requires a Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check.
Responsibilities:
- Create and run daily recreation programs for residents
- Prepare daily activities for physical, cognitive and emotional enjoyment
- Assess residents' interests, needs and progress
- Maintain program and participation records
- Lead social activities and special events
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation, gerontology or related field, or equivalent experience
- Experience working with seniors
- Understanding of leisure principles and motivation of seniors
- Valid driver's licence
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector, criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Recreation and leisure studies, Therapeutic recreation, Kinesiology, Gerontology |
| Perks mentioned | Stock or equity |
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Sienna Senior Living
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At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes. Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 100+ high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 15,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting. Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.
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At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes. Sienna is one of Canada’s…
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| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Markham, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1972 |
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Recreation Assistant Union /EAA Temporary Full time Days/Evenings
Woods Park Community and Retirement
Pay Rate: $23.81-25.41
This posting is for and existing vacancy
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join our team at Sienna Senior Living Long Term Care and become a vital part of our resident-centered community. As a Recreation Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to bring joy and fulfillment to the lives of residents every day.
Your role will involve creating and implementing engaging recreational programs tailored to the unique interests and abilities of each individual. Beyond simply providing care, you'll build meaningful relationships and foster a sense of belonging for residents. With each interaction, you'll make a profound impact, enriching lives and creating lasting memories.
Come be a part of a team where your dedication and compassion are valued, and where every day brings new opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join us in our mission to ensure that our residents lead lives filled with happiness, dignity, and purpose.
Reporting to the Director of Resident Programs, the Recreation Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents.
What Sienna Offers:
We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:
- A competitive salary and vacation package
- Health & Dental benefits program
- Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
- Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
- A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a Recreation Assistant become an integral part of a dynamic environment focused on enhancing the lives of residents. In this role, you'll cultivate a profound connection with residents, gaining insight into their unique experiences. By fostering relationships with residents and their families, you'll provide diverse support options and engaging program selections to promote their overall health and happiness. Your individual contributions, alongside collaborative teamwork, will play a pivotal role in nurturing a home culture centered on empowering residents to live life to the fullest each day.
How You’ll Succeed:
- Contribute to the development and refinement of programs and initiatives
- Prepare the daily activities providing physical, cognitive and emotional enjoyment
- Support in assessing residents' interests, needs, and progress.
- Maintain accurate records of programs and resident involvement in accordance with departmental guidelines. Provide regular updates on resident participation and feedback to the Team Leader
- Foster social interaction among residents by leading designated activities or special events.
- Assist new residents in getting acquainted with the facility and its recreation program, facilitating introductions to other residents, and encouraging conversation and social engagement among them
Who you are:
- A post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from an indigenous Institute, private career college, college of applied arts and technology, another degree granting Institution or equivalent work experience working with seniors
- Experience in working with seniors including an understanding of motivation concepts with seniors.
- Valid driver’s license. (Class F, or provincial equivalent, if you need to drive a bus).
- Understanding of leisure principles.
- You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work permit
What you need to know:
- Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience
- You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check
Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
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