Assistant, Day-Away Program
(Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County)

Position ID: 26 Last Modified: 20 Feb 2009 Last Full Update: 20 Feb 2009
Opportunity Details
ContactNadine Manroe, Manager of Client and Volunteer Programs, Alzheimer Society of Windsor & Essex County; Phone: 519-974-2220 ext 288; Email: programsmanager@alzheimerwindsor.com
DutiesAssist Recreational Therapist with: 
-program activities: arts and crafts, music, exercises, games, outing and walks 
-assist with refreshments at lunch, set-up and clean-up 
-offer support encouragement to participants 
-ensure clients are properly supervised in compliance with Society policies
Population being servedPersons with Alzheimer's and other dementia's
Dates and TimesMonday: Morning, Afternoon (The Program runs from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 pm.) 
Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon (The Program runs from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 pm.) 
Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon (he Program runs from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 pm.) 
Thursday: Morning, Afternoon (The Program runs from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 pm.) 
Friday: Morning, Afternoon (The Program runs from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 pm.) 
Saturday: Morning, Afternoon (The Program runs from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 pm.) 
 
There are no programs on Sundays.
LocationAlzheimer Society, 2135 Richmond St. Windsor ON N8Y 0A1
AccessibilityHandicap accessible
Ages Appropriate18 year(s) and up
Suitable for OSSD/40 Hours Community InvolvementNo
Minimum Hours4 / Week
TrainingOrientation ; Training on the job ; Required to attend general orientation and Day Away orientation sessions provided by the Alzheimer's Society
TransportationOn Bus Route
Police CheckRequired
Areas of InterestCommunity Outing Assistant ; Day-Away Care (seniors, special needs, mental health) ; Games Assistant ; Meal Server ; Music
Skills/ExperiencePatience, good communication skills
Additional RequirementsProtect the confidentialty of clients; sign confidentiality agreement
Screening Methodsinterview, two references, police clearnce, and health screening.
Agency Details
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Organization NameAlzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County
Address & Map
2135 Richmond St
Windsor, ON N8Y 0A1
 
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Office Phone519-974-2220
Fax519-974-9727
E-Mailgeneralinformation@aswecare.com
Websitewww.alzheimerwindsor.com