We believe that outstanding care starts with outstanding people.
 
At Runnymede Healthcare Centre, we actively cultivate work-life balance and invest in the resources our staff need to do their best work.
 
Our award-winning, fully accredited hospital takes an interprofessional team approach to care. We provide comprehensive clinical services to patients who require expert treatment, extended rehabilitation and daily care beyond what can be provided at home or in the community. At Runnymede we have a single, clear purpose: improve the quality of life of every patient, every day.
 
If you want to join a centre of excellence with a multidisciplinary team who supports the delivery of patient-centered care, we want to hear from you today.

Activationist Assistant –Temporary Full-time
(JP# ACT-1213)
If you would like to work with a team of professionals who are committed to enriching the lives of patients we invite you to join Runnymede Healthcare Centre as an Activationist Assistant.

Position summary:
The primary functions of the Activationist Assistant role includes transporting patients to various activities, providing support and assisting to implement various activation programs in group settings, and on a one-to-one basis. This position will also actively participate in the development and implementation of new programs and quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include:
• Conducts individual and group programs under the direction of the Activationist
• Assists the Activationist with a variety of day, evening or weekend programs
• Assists to implement one-to-one and group programs to meet individual needs of specific patients
• Assists set up for group and individual programs and prepare supplies and other administrative duties related to patient programs
• Participates in ongoing educational opportunities both internally and externally

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications/experience:
• Working towards Activation/Recreation Diploma from a recognized Community College 
• Experience in a Rehabilitation/Complex Continuing Care Hospital or Acute Care Hospital preferred
• Previous experience working with seniors an asset
• Excellent interpersonal skills and above average ability to relate with patients, families and staff members
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage workload
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally sensitive and senior friendly patient care
• Excellent attendance record
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint

Please send your cover letter and resume, quoting the job posting number in the subject line, to
While we thank all applicants only those under consideration for the position will be contacted.
Runnymede is committed to employment equity and recruitment and hiring practices will be modified to accommodate an applicant’s disabilities if required.