SIOUX VALLEY DAKOTA NATION
Dakota Oyate Lodge
Recreation Assistant - Part-Time - 0.8 EFT (64 Hours Bi-Weekly)
Position Summary
The Recreation Assistant completes and assists in the development and implementation of programs and/or events to meet the physical, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual needs of Residents in collaboration with other teams/individuals. Also conducting programs with assigned groups of Residents (as per the Recreation Department schedule), including individual, small, and large groups of Resident assignments.
Position Duties
- Utilize the Facility Assessment Tool for the initial and ongoing assessments of each Resident.
- Involve Resident, family members and/or significant others to assess physical, social, emotional, cognitive and leisure abilities.
- Observe Residents behavior to assess functioning.
- Develop and document individualized plans based on assessment.
- Analyze, interpret, and document the results of assessments.
- Relay information with interdisciplinary team members regarding Resident progress and revise care plans, as required.
- Develop and implement creative leisure activities for individuals and groups based on Resident interests, needs, wishes and lifestyles.
- Provide support to Residents through casual conversation or group discussions.
- Implement a Recreation schedule that reflects all identified needs of Residents.
- Assist Residents to be active participants in management of their own environment.
- Complete and review the Leisure Competence Measure Assessment bi-annually with progress notes on all Residents.
- Complete the Recreation Care Conference review prior to the Resident Care Conference as assigned.
- Complete daily attendance records for each Resident.
- Communicate with all staff within the facility to assure coordinated action on behalf of the Residents.
- Actively participate on interdisciplinary teams and committees.
- Participate in promoting a respectful workplace.
- Comply with Facility/Department policies and procedures.
- Comply with accreditation Standards and Regulations.
- Maintain adequate supply of materials and equipment.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement.
- Work cooperatively with other team members.
Qualifications
- Possess a clear Adult Abuse Registry Check.
- Possess a clear Child Abuse Registry Check.
- Possess a clear Criminal Record Check (with Vulnerable Persons Sector).
- Requires post-secondary education in recreational studies which can include a degree in Recreation Management and Community Development or equivalent; previous experience in recreation programming for the elderly is desirable.
- Maintains a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- A completed Driver's Abstract.
- Completion of Emergency First Aid and CPR training.
- Current Food Safe Certificate.
- Ability to read, write and understand (both verbal and written instructions) in English.
- Mentally and physically able to perform duties as outlined, including the ability to maintain regular attendance to work in a very dynamic environment.
- A passion to work and provide quality care/services for Residents.
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population.
- Ability to respect and promote confidentiality.
- Demonstrates empathy, patience, and honesty.
- Advanced level of both written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrates ability to maintain a positive working relationship within an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrates ability to work independently with a high level of creativity and self-motivation and complete assignments in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates flexibility to facility changes in techniques and procedures.
- Proficient with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
How to Apply:
Competition Number: 202664
Deadline: Competition closes on July 16, 2026.
Submit: Cover letter & Resume
Email: hrapplications@svdngovernance.com
Mail:
Human Resources Department
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
P.O. Box 38
Griswold, Manitoba R0M 0S0
Phone: 204-855-2671
Fax: 204-855-2131
For full Job description, please email hrapplications@svdngovernance.com to request a copy.
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