Programs & Support Manager AgeCare MGHT

AgeCare Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare Ltd. in Toronto, Ontario is seeking a Program Support Services Manager to coordinate and schedule meaningful activities for residents in long-term care settings.

You will lead recreation programs, coordinate volunteer and religious activities, support documentation, care planning, and respond to resident/family concerns with appropriate action, under the Administrator's guidance. Qualifications include a post-secondary degree or diploma in Kinesiology or Gerontology, provincial safe food

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field (Kinesiology or Gerontology) with recreation/leisure services experience in a healthcare setting for seniors.
• Provincial safe food handling certification required.
• Volunteer management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule recreation programs, activities, and events for residents.
• Support resident documentation, care planning, MDS coding, and progress notes.
• Coordinate volunteer programs, including student and co-op placements, plus religious/spiritual activities.
• Respond to resident or family concerns and escalate as needed with administrator guidance.

Skills

Volunteer management

Program coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree/Diploma in Kinesiology or Gerontology

Provincial safe food handling certification

Job description

About Us At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity: The Program Support Services Manager is responsible for the coordination and scheduling of programs that provide a variety of meaningful activities to meet the physical, psychological, social, emotional and/or spiritual needs of residents.

What Is In It For You

• Supports Resident Documentation Requirements including Resident Assessment/Re-assessment, Care Planning, MDS Coding, and Progress Notes.
• Supports resident and family councils.
• Maintains a calendar of recreational & social activities that support the interests, needs and cultural diversity of residents.
• Coordinates/facilitates recreation programs, special events, outings & entertainment.
• Coordinates the Volunteer Program including student and co-op placements.
• Coordinates religious and spiritual program opportunities.
• Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Administrator.

What You Will Need

• A post-secondary Degree or Diploma in a related field such as Kinesiology or Gerontology and related experience specific to providing recreation and leisure services in a healthcare setting, preferably with seniors.
• Provincial certification for safe food handling.
• Certificate in Volunteer Management is preferred.

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Salary placement based on qualifications and experience.

This job posting is for an active, open position, and all applications are reviewed by our team without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Canadian work experience is not required. If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application.

Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind.

We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of: Trust: Act with integrity and fairness Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support