Recreation Assistant, Edmonton

Description: The Recreation Assistant plans, organizes and promotes a variety of meaningful recreation, leisure and social activities for clients, based on the clients' interests and abilities. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 41 Collective Agreement. - Classification: Recreation Assistant - Union: COV CUPE 41 - Unit and Program: Recreation Therapy - Primary Location: Edmonton General EGCCC - Location Details: As Per Location - Multi-Site: Not Applicable - FTE: 0.68 - Posting End Date: 06-MAR-2026 - Employee Class: Regular Part Time - Date Available: 19-MAR-2026 - Hours per Shift: 6.00, 7.00 - Length of Shift in weeks: 4 - Shifts per cycle: 15 - Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends - Days Off: As Per Rotation - Minimum Salary: $22.49 - Maximum Salary: $25.07 - Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided **Required Qualifications:** Required Qualifications: High School diploma or recognized equivalent required. **Additional Required Qualifications:** Must have at least one year experience working directly with residents living with chronic illnesses, cognitive impairments (such as dementia), physical disabilities, or age-related conditions that limit their independence. Candidates must have experience facilitating recreational programming in long term care, supportive living or assisted living. Must have demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications to support effective communication, documentation, and scheduling within the continuing care environment. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and an approach that is compassionate, patient and respectful. Must be eligible to obtain a valid Class 4 driver’s license, this must be clearly demonstrated within the resume or cover letter. **Preferred Qualifications:** Experience with an electronic charting system, e.g. Connect Care is an asset.