Day Program Assistant
(Niagara. Region Community Services Department, Seniors Services, Long-Term Care Homes, The Meadows of Dorchester)

Position ID: 2955 Last Modified: 21 Dec 2012 Last Full Update: 21 Dec 2012
Opportunity Details
ContactBeth Plato-Giles, Resident and Community Programs Manager, The Meadows of Dorchester; Phone: 905-357-1911 ext 4360; Email: beth.plato-giles@niagararegion.ca
DutiesAssist with various day programs such as coffee socials,arts & crafts, woodworking, table games, cards, music activities and outings.
BenefitsA rewarding experience developing relationships with seniors, their families and staff while assisting our clients to improve their quality of life. Provides families with much needed respite from their caregiver role.
ClientsPrimarily older adults living alone or with family in the community and require active involvement in a formalized group setting.
Dates and TimesTuesday: Morning, Afternoon (Between 9:30-3:30) 
Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon (Between 9:30-3:30) 
Thursday: Morning, Afternoon (Between 9:30-3:30) 
Saturday: Morning, Afternoon (Between 9:30-3:30) 
 
Flexible hours between 9:30-3:30 however blocks of 3 hours are best. 
SeasonsYear Round
LocationNiagara Falls
AccessibilityAccessible
Minimum Age18 year(s) and up
Minimum Hours2 / Week
Commitment LengthShort Term ; Long Term
TrainingOrientation ; Training on the job
TransportationOn Bus Route
Interaction LevelOne-on-one ; Small Group ; Family Volunteering
Start DateOn or after 07 Jan 2013
Police CheckRequired
CategoriesCommunity Outings ; Companion/One to One Visitor ; Entertainment at Seniors Residence ; Friend/Companion ; Leisure Buddy ; Program Assistant (Recreation & Sports) ; Program Leader/Assistant ; Recreation/Leisure Activities ; Recreation/Leisure/Sports Program
Skills/ExperiencePatient, friendly, courteous, able to work with elderly
Additional RequirementsApplication form, interview, references and ability to have a TB test
Agency Details
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Organization NameNiagara. Region Community Services Department, Seniors Services, Long-Term Care Homes, The Meadows of Dorchester
Address & Map
6623 Kalar Rd
Niagara Falls, ON L2H 2T3
 
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Office Phone905-357-1911
Fax905-356-2199
E-Mailmeadows@niagararegion.ca
Websitewww.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/meadows_of_dorchester.aspx