Adult Day Program Coordinator at Interlake-Eastern RHA

Interlake-Eastern RHA; Gimli; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority invites applications for an Adult Day Program Coordinator based at Gimli Health Centre, Gimli, MB. You will oversee the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of activities meeting social, recreational and therapeutic needs of participants, under the Services to Seniors leadership.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, manage program quality, fiscal matters, and ensure alignment with the region's mission, vision and

Qualifications

• Completion of the Recreation Facilitator for Older Adults Certificate, a recognized Activities/ Recreation program or related degree required. Applicants with certificate will be given priority.
• Courses related to Gerontology would be an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding of the role of Adult Day Program Coordinator.
• A minimum of two years experience within the last five years working in an Adult Day Program.

Responsibilities

• Development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of activities designed to meet the social, recreational and therapeutic needs of participants.
• Participant programming.
• Fiscal management.
• Quality management and program standards.
• Equipment / supplies / environment management.
• Participation as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the promotion and development of ADP in the region.
• Receiving supervision, guidance and support from the Services to Seniors Coordinator/Specialist.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Recreation Facilitator for Older Adults Certificate

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Our Vision

We will be recognized as a trusted health-care partner, providing sustainable, accessible, integrated, evidence-based care to improve health status and outcomes in all of our communities and achieve health equity across the region.

Our Mission

We work in partnership with all stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.

Our Values

Always with compassion, Success in collaboration, Accountability in everything we do, Acting with integrity, Respectful of each other Collaboration | Accessibility | Respect | Excellence | Innovation | Quality Customer Service

Position Details

• Job Title: Adult Day Program Coordinator
• Location: Gimli Health Centre, Gimli, MB, Canada
• Closing Date: 08/21/2026
• Posting Type: Permanent Position
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Hours of Work: Days
• Term Dates: FTE 1
• Union Group: MGEU
• Wage / Salary: As per applicable collective agreement

Position Summary

The Adult Day Program Coordinator is a member of the health care team working under the general direction of the Services to Seniors Coordinator/Specialist, while demonstrating a commitment to service excellence and continuous quality improvement to the mission, vision, values and management philosophy of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority. The Adult Day Program (ADP) Coordinator, in consultation with the Services to Seniors Coordinator/Specialist, is responsible for the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of all activities designed to meet the social, recreational and therapeutic needs of participants. Primary responsibilities relate to participant programming, fiscal management, quality management and program standards, and equipment / supplies / environment management. The incumbent participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the promotion and development of ADP in the region. This position receives supervision, guidance and support from the Services to Seniors Coordinator/Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities

• Development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of all activities designed to meet the social, recreational and therapeutic needs of participants.
• Participant programming.
• Fiscal management.
• Quality management and program standards.
• Equipment / supplies / environment management.
• Participation as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the promotion and development of ADP in the region.
• Receiving supervision, guidance and support from the Services to Seniors Coordinator/Specialist.

Qualifications

• Completion of the Recreation Facilitator for Older Adults Certificate, a recognized Activities/ Recreation program or related degree required. Applicants with certificate will be given priority. Non certified applicants will be considered if there are no certified applicants.
• Courses related to Gerontology would be an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding of the role of Adult Day Program Coordinator.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience, within the last five (5) years, working in an Adult Day Program required.
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster and maintain positive working relationships.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to continuing self-development and continuous quality improvement.
• Has a genuine interest in healthcare, especially of older adults, and people with disabilities.
• Must be able to guide and motivate staff in a positive team focused manner.
• Physical and mental health to meet work demands.
• Mental and physical ability to meet the demands of the job.
• Valid Manitoba drivers license.
• Completes and maintains a satisfactory pre-employment security check.
• Satisfactory employment record.
• Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification.
• As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process. Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions. The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All health care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with the Interlake-Eastern RHA Policy (GA-13-P-110 Required Immunizations for Health Care Workers). The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.