Magnolia Gardens, in Langley, is part of the Bria Communities family, a private, locally-owned group of retirement living residences in Langley and Tsawwassen. We offer two supportive options where seniors enjoy lives enriched with purpose, friendship and happiness—independent living and long-term BriaCare™ Centres. Our mission is to work together to create safe and vibrant communities where choices are valued and seniors live active and purposeful lives.

Summary 

Reporting to the Lifestyle & Wellness Manager, the Lifestyle & Wellness Assistant is primarily responsible for providing safe, comfortable and enjoyable courtesy shuttle van rides for the convenience of the resident to attend to personal appointments and larger bus outings, promote continued independence and maintain residents’ connection to the community. The Lifestyle & Wellness Assistant is also responsible for assisting in the implementation of activity programs that meet the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, vocational, environmental and cultural needs and interests of residents in accordance with established goals and policies. 

 Key Accountabilities

1. Ensure the safe and timely loading and unloading of each resident

2. Ensure walkers and/or Wheelchairs are safely loaded and secured in the van 

3.  Punctual for pick up and drop off times for residents

4.  Collaborating with the Recreation Manager/ Reception on organizing time & schedule of trips for each resident.

5.  Prioritize trips that are efficient and take into consideration gas mileage.

6.  Responsible for conducting pre and post inspections pressure of tires, gas fill up and regular maintenance of the Van/ Bus

7.  Organizes and implements indoor and outdoor daily activity programs including exercise classes, entertainment, crafts and related activities which encourage involvement and independence 

8. Assists in setting the objectives and standards required measuring the success of the programs and ensures the required standards are met

9. Assists in the development and production of the monthly calendars and other informational material for the residents

10. Adheres to management policies and procedures of purchasing, ordering, stock and inventory control

11. Promotes resident participation in programs that meet the 7 dimensions of wellness including social, physical, spiritual, vocational, emotional, environmental and intellectual  activities. Encourage the participation of resident families and the community

12. Actively participates in the development of the resident profile and conducts regular interviews with the residents to ensure their wellness needs are being met

13. Participates in resident bus and shuttle outings with other team members as required

14. Observes and reports any changes in residents' functional and cognitive behavior to the Lifestyle & Wellness Manager

15. Ensures residents' rights of privacy and confidentiality are maintained except in the proper operation of the business

16. Ensures that proper security procedures are followed in the handling and storage of any confidential material

17. Attends approved work-related conferences and seminars to promote and maintain professional development

18. Ensures that departmental operations comply with all Health and Safety Standards and Regulations

19. Maintains a current knowledge of and complies with policies and procedures.

 Education & Experience

• Class 4 Drivers License 
• Clear Driving Abstract 

• Previous Courtesy Van/Bus Shuttle driver (preferred)

• Previous experience in a senior living environment is an asset

• Current basic First Aid Certificate

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiar & comfortable with google calendars, maps and i-phones and computers. 

• Must have the ability to lift up to 10lbs-15lbs

• Must possess the qualities and attitude that respects and maintains the spirit, dignity and individuality of the residents and employees

• Must have the ability to speak and understand English competently and to understand written and oral instructions in English

• Must have the ability to safely and efficiently operate all equipment associated with the duties of the position

• Must have the ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with others in the workplace

• Must have the ability to be creative and to stimulate interest and participation of residents in the activity programs

• Must have the ability to carry out significant amounts of physical movement such as lifting, bending, stooping and stretching

• Must have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Perks

• Team Building Events throughout the year
• Bria Summer Family BBQ & Bria Holiday Party
• Club 16 / She’s Fit Gym Corporate Discount Rate
• PNE / Playland Company Discount Code
• Sun Run & BMO Marathon Company sponsored
• Perkopolis
• Free Onsite annual Flu-Shot

Bria Communities Gives Back!
Our mission is to work together to create safe and vibrant communities where choices are valued, and seniors live active and purposeful lives. This mission also applies to our work in the larger community, where we seek to encourage, educate and enhance the lives of seniors who call Metro Vancouver home.                          

If you love interacting with and getting to know seniors, have exemplary customer service skills and really want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, we want to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining how your education and experience has prepared you for this position. 

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