Employment at Langley Lodge
About Our Organization
We are a leader in residential care in Langley, British Columbia. Operated by the Langley Care Society, we have an excellent track record for achieving exemplary standards of clinical care. We are proud of our 41 year history. Founded by local community leaders in the 1970’s and governed by a local volunteer Board of Directors, our organization benefits from strong community support through our Foundation. This support enables annual contributions for the best equipment and therapies. We have an active volunteer base who give their time generously to support our therapeutic recreation programs. We demonstrate our values by creating an energized and vibrant home, that welcomes families and visitors, churches and music, recreation and events thereby fulfilling our belief in ‘quality of life’.
Langley Care Society is an accredited, licensed Complex Care provider. Our non-profit organization is a registered charity. Funding is through the Fraser Health Authority and through local, fundraising activities.
We hire qualified, experienced professionals and allied workers. Our philosophy is patient-centered care. We have been operating for over 40 years and are improving our facilities and services to continually meet the current day residential care requirements for our elderly population.
We are a vibrant organization with varied daily activities, a large volunteer component, and involved family members.
Employment Opportunity - Rehabilitation Assistant
Title: Rehabilitation Assistant
Casual Position
Job Summary: Under the clinical direction of the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist the Rehabilitation Assistant participates in an interdisciplinary team approach to the resident’s care and providing occupational therapy and physiotherapy interventions, and education.
Qualification: Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma from a recognized educational institution.
Member of the BC Rehabilitation Assistants Association is recommended.
Please contact Lisa Samms-Maxwell at 604-530-2305 for more information or submit resume to lsamms@langleylodge.org
Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the Langley Care Society.
Employment Opportunity - Horticulture Therapist
Employment Opportunity – Horticulture Therapist
Join our dynamic us as a Horticultural Therapist! We are seeking a vibrant, qualified individual for a casual position, to assist with our stimulating, varied and creative Therapeutic Recreation programs.
August 19th, 2019
Horticulture Therapist – Contract Opportunity
Langley Lodge is a 139 bed long term (complex care) home that has been serving the Langley area since 1974. Our mission is to provide exemplary care for the elderly in our community.
We have an opening for an enthusiastic Horticulture Therapist to join our team and work at our Langley location.
Primary duties include planning, implementing, and evaluating Horticulture Therapy programs designed to improve or maintain residents/elders level of physical, mental, emotional and social functioning.
Reporting to the Director of Care, you will also work closely with the Therapy Recreation Coordinator in this role.
Education Qualifications & Competencies:
- Completion of Grade 12
- Completion of a recognized Horticulture Therapy program with two years of experience or a combination of education, training and experience in Horticulture Therapy
- Member in good standing, of the Canadian Horticulture Therapy Association
- Two years recent experience in a long term care home setting
- Excellent command of English, both spoken and written
- Computer and software skills – proficient in MS Office Suite of products
Hours of Work and Compensation:
One day per week 7.5 hours
Salary based on education and experience.
Please submit resume with a cover letter to:
Director of Care
Langley Care Society
5451-204th Street
Langley, BC V3A 5M9
Email: employment@langleylodge.org
Employment Opportunity - Licensed Practical Nurse
Employment Opportunity – Licensed Practical Nurse
Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Langley Care Society.
Employment Opportunity – Part Time Bus Driver
Join our dynamic Therapeutic Recreation Team! We are seeking a vibrant, qualified individual for a part time contract position to drive our bus.
The Bus Driver is responsible for ensuring the safe transporting of Langley Lodge residents to various, weekly scheduled activities.
Successful candidates will be experienced with serving the older seniors population and will possess a friendly, respectful communication style.
Education and Training
- Candidates must hold a minimum of a Class 4 Unrestricted Drivers License
- Be able to demonstrate a safe driving history, a drivers abstract will be required
- 1 year of post graduate gerontological work experience is required
Additional Qualifications:
- Physically able to perform the duties of the position
- Current First Aid Level 1
- Criminal records check
Please Fax resume to: 604-532-4205 or email
Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Langley Care Society.
Employment Opportunity - Recreational Worker
Employment Opportunity – Recreational Worker
Join our dynamic Therapeutic Receation Team! We are seeking a vibrant, qualified individual for a casual position, to assist with our stimulating, varied and creative Therapeutic Recreation programs.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Manager of Therapeutic Recreation – this role plans, implements and evaluates various leisure/recreation programs designed to meet the social, emotional, cultural, spiritual, intellectual and physical needs of residents. All duties are performed in accordance with the Policies and Procedures of the organization.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Carries out specific internal recreation program responsibilities:
a. Sets up and organizes furnishings and equipment to facilitate program and project outcomes.
b. Safely facilitates programs according to protocols.
c. Evaluates programs post implementation to report and adapt for challenges (program, space, or resident issues).
2. Organizes and carries out external recreation programs according to protocols:
a. Communicates participant and outing details with staff appropriately.
b. Ensures comfort and safety conditions are met for all residents participating.
c. Facilitates process of the activity, coordinating people and practices.
d. Safely facilitates program outcomes.
3. Observes, communicates and documents significant resident behavioural and participation changes noted in and out of programs according to Lodge practices.
4. Attends to assigned resident caseload in a timely manner according to protocols:
a. Welcomes new residents (with Resident Representative).
b. Conducts detailed assessment, MDS updates, care plans, and related documentation.
c. Prepares for, documents, participates in inter-disciplinary care conferences with required follow up post conference.
d. Implements and follows through on resident care plans, revising/updating as required.
5. Documents departmental and program data/statistics in ProActivity Reports according to protocols.
6. Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with co-workers using appropriate tools.
7. Provides orientation, direction and supervision to volunteers and students during recreation programs and demonstrates related techniques as required. Reports on performance of same as required or as concerns arise to Manager of TR, Coordinator of Volunteers or designate.
8. Supports the facility Safety Program. Monitors safety in the living and working environment; responds to and reports hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents and unsafe or faulty equipment.
9. Maintains inventory of equipment, tools and materials and reports malfunctioning equipment and
supply needs to appropriate staff.
10. Performs daily shift requirements and other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training and Experience:
Completion of a recognized therapeutic recreation diploma/degree plus two years’ recent, related
experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Aptitude with computers and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required. Knowledge of ProActivity
Reports, Volunteer Impact (Volunteer Squared), and GoldCare an asset.
Class 4 Driver’s License First Aid/CPR, Serving it Right and Food Safe are required.
Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge and skills for working with individuals living with dementia.
2. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
3. Ability to deal with others effectively.
4. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
5. Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. (with reference to furniture & equipment).
6. Ability to teach and lead groups.
7. Ability to organize work and manage time.
8. Ability to operate related equipment.
To apply for this position please fax resume to Louise Joycey, 604-532-4222 or email your resume to employment@langleylodge.org