Job Description TEMPORARY CERTIFIED RESIDENT PROGRAM AIDE (Part-Time) – Extendicare Southwood Lakes Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada. Qualified Activity Aides are invited to apply for the above Temporary Part-Time Resident Program Aide Position to work at Extendicare’s 150 -bed long-term care home; located in Southwood Lakes, Ontario. QUALIFICATIONS: · Successful completion of a degree or diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, Kinesiology, or Social Services is required. Previous experience in Long Term Care setting and knowledge of working with seniors and special needs resident is an asset. Ability to read and write English and to understand complicated verbal and written instructions is required. · Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Publisher and World Wide Web is an asset. · GPA training would be an asset along with empathy and patience is an asset. RESPONSIBILITIES: Implement and evaluate individual and group programs in order to meet the physical, emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual needs of the residents. Assist with monthly calendar planning and creation. Lead large and small group programs, porterting residents, setting up for programs, clean up, and respond to family inquiries. Maintain documentation for resident records according to department policy including but not limited to PCC assessments, RAI/MDS, Activity Pro tracking, and other documentation as assigned. Active participation in committees and care conferences. Works together with other departments to meet resident needs. Participates with set up for special events and seasonal decorating. Attends in-service education programs when required. Participates in group community outings with residents twice monthly through Handi Transit Other duties as assigned by Resident Program Manager. EFFECTIVE: September 3, 2026 SCHEDULED HOURS: Days, afternoons, every other weekend In Ontario, Extendicare accommodates the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the individual noted in the posting. Time Type: Part time At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com. We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better. Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Our Values We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.

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