PROGRAM COORDINATOR I, RECREATION

Northern Health; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

Vacation after 1 year of service

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Job summary

Northern Health in Dawson Creek is seeking a Program Coordinator I for Recreation Therapy/Adult Day Services to plan, develop, implement and evaluate recreational programs that support residents’ health and well‑being. You may supervise up to four Activity Worker II positions and guide volunteers under clinical direction.

This role requires a recognized recreational program credential and at least one year of related experience, plus a valid Class IV license; strong communication, organization

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized recreational program plus one year’s recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• A valid Class IV vehicle license is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develops, implements and evaluates general recreational/leisure programs to support residents’ health and well‑being.
• Supervise up to four Activity Worker II positions and provide direction to volunteers.
• Carry out therapeutic components of a resident’s care plan under clinical direction.
• Assist with monitoring residents’ progression and overall program outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Supervision

Physical ability

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Education

Recreation program diploma

Job description

Position Summary

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Recreation Therapy/Adult Day Services department.

In accordance with the vision and values of the organization and as a member of the multidisciplinary team within a client and family centered model of care, the Program Coordinator (PC I) plans, develops, implements and evaluates general recreational/leisure programs designed to support residents’/clients’ health and well-being in residential, acute and/or adult day program settings. The PC I may supervise up to four Activity Worker II positions and provides direction to designated volunteers. Under the clinical direction of a Recreation Therapist or appropriate designate (ie. OT, RN), the PC I carries out therapeutic components of a resident’s care plan as an assigned task, and assists with the monitoring the patients’/residents’ progression.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work

Monday to Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:30

Qualfications

• Graduation from a recognized recreational program plus one years’ recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• An appropriate valid Class IV vehicle license as required.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to supervise.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Where you will be working

Facility

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Rotary Manor

Community

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Dawson Creek

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.