Senior Persons Living Connected

Recreation & Leisure/Activity Assistant Placement Student

Position Title:                    Recreation & Leisure/Activity Assistant Placement Student

Volunteer Type:                 In Person

Location:                           3333 Finch Ave East

Volunteer Hours:               Monday – Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm 10 hrs./wk.

Volunteers Needed:           1

Reports to:                         Living Well Manager & Active Living Coordinator

Start Date:                         January 05, 2026

Position Summary

The Recreation and Leisure Placement Student / Activity Assistant Placement Student will work alongside the Adult Day Program (ADP) and Senior Active Living Centre (SALC) teams to support seniors from the community who participate in onsite programs. Under the guidance and supervision of staff, the student will contribute to the creation, delivery, and evaluation of programs that promote overall wellness, addressing the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of older adults.

This placement offers students valuable hands-on experience assessing the needs, preferences, and abilities of a diverse senior population, and designing programs that enhance engagement, inclusion, and quality of life. Through supervised practice, students will develop the skills and confidence needed to create positive, supportive environments for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, creating, delivering, and evaluating recreation, leisure, and wellness programs.
• Support daily program operations, including set-up, facilitation, clean-up, and related administrative tasks (e.g., materials preparation, attendance, feedback).
• Help develop inclusive, engaging activities that reflect participants’ diverse needs, abilities, and interests.
• Promote meaningful engagement, social connection, and well-being for aging adults.
• Provide general support to program staff as needed to ensure quality service.

Skills & Qualifications

• Enrolled in an approved Recreation and Leisure, Activity Assistant Gerontology, or related program with a community placement component.
• Ability to plan and facilitate group activities, especially for older adults.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Basic understanding of recreational, social, or therapeutic programming for seniors (an asset).
• Knowledge of the aging process, including common health conditions affecting older adults.
• Interest, experience, or training in areas such as music, arts and crafts, fitness, or adapted therapeutic activities.
• Comfort and sensitivity in working with seniors who may be frail, have cognitive impairments, or live with dementia.
• Ability to perform light physical work (e.g., assisting with mobility, pushing wheelchairs, setting up program equipment).
• Reliable, adaptable, and eager to learn.

Experience:

• Previous experience in Administration, Recruitment or HRIS systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of Human Resources Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Working Environment

• Regular interruptions to support staff and supervisors.
• Regular exposure to computer terminal.
• May be exposed to contagious diseases.
• Required to work occasional evening or weekend hours.

Orientation & Training

• Volunteer Services will provide an orientation covering organizational policies and procedures, including COVID-19 safety measures.
• Completion of IPAC Mandatory Training is required for all onsite positions.
• Organizational training will be provided for all new volunteers.
• Position-specific training and orientation will be conducted by the direct supervisor.

Supervision & Evaluation

• Ongoing supervision and support will be provided by the Living Well Manager & Active Living Coordinator.

Other Requirements

• Vulnerable Sector Check is mandatory.
• Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a valid Medical Exemption Certificate is required.

Senior Persons Living Connected is a diverse work environment.  We encourage applications from all persons, including persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided, if needed, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act. 

Volunteer Services Recruitment Team E-mail volunteerrecruitment@splc.ca