Program Coordinator I - Temporary FT 126H26

Providence Living; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The position requires related recreation program experience and strong organizational and communication abilities, with a rotating schedule and on-site work in Central City Lodge.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized recreational program and at least 1 year of related experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate Activity Workers.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements and evaluates recreation/leisure programs.
• Supervises workers and coordinates schedules.
• Assesses patient/resident needs and develops goals.
• Sets up calendar of events and coordinates external resources.
• Monitors progress and reports observations to care teams.
• Manages program budget and inventory.
• Coordinates volunteers and resource support.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Supervision

Organization

Education

Graduation from a recognized recreational program

Job description

Program Coordinator I - Temporary FT 126H26

Job Category: Allied Health Services

Requisition Number: PROGR001718

• Posted : August 18, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $33.83 CAD per hour

Locations

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Description

POSTING:HEU 126H26
STATUS:Temporary Full Time
CLASSIFICATION:Program Coordinator I (15003)
WORK AREA: Central City Lodge; PCN 03001096000EFFECTIVE DATE: TBDHOURS:0800-1600/1200-2000 (1.0 FTE, 75 biweekly hours)
DAYS OFF:Rotating
SALARY:Grid 27 / $33.83 hourly

Job Summary:

Positions at this level supervise up to four Activity Workers I and/or II and/or develop, implement and evaluate recreation/leisure program(s) designed to support patients’/residents’/clients’ health and well being in settings such as residential, acute and/or adult day programs.

Typical Duties

1. Plans, implements and evaluates recreation/leisure program(s), including activities such as crafts, music, woodworking, mental aerobics, exercises, and sensory stimulation, to meet patients’/residents’/clients’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs and interests; develops the goals and objectives of the program.

2. Supervises Activity Worker I and/or II as well as other designated staff by performing duties such as scheduling and coordinating work assignments, evaluating employee performance and determining related training and orientation requirements.

3. Determines the recreation/leisure program(s) which meet the patient’s/resident's/client's needs and abilities by reviewing the referral or care plan, interviewing the patient/resident/client regarding their social/leisure history, and consulting with family and nursing staff; identifies, evaluates, implements, and documents recreation/leisure goals and objectives based on individual interests and abilities.

4. Sets up a calendar of events/activity programs and teaches the techniques of related activities; contacts external agencies for program resources.

5. Monitors, evaluates, and documents patient/resident/client progress within the recreation/leisure program(s) and reports observations such as emotional well being and social behaviour to nursing/medical staff as required. Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings and care conferences. Identifies and makes recommendations regarding community and facility resources that may be of additional interest or need to the resident/patient/client.

6. Monitors program expenditures and provides input to the program budget; oversees inventory of equipment, tools and materials and recommends purchase of same.

7. Schedules work assignments of and provides direction to designated volunteers; contacts facility administration or volunteer services for additional volunteer resources as required.

8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

Graduation from a recognized recreational program plus one year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

(i) Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

(ii) Ability to deal with others effectively.

(iii) Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

(iv) Ability to supervise

(v) Ability to organize work.

(vi) Ability to operate related equipment.

This posting will remain open until successfully filled. All internal applications received by 08:30AM on August 13, 2026, will be given first consideration.