Recreation Manager

Optima Living; Olds; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Living is seeking a Recreation Manager to lead planning and delivery of recreation programs aimed at enhancing resident wellness and quality of life. The role develops diverse programming aligned with resident interests and functional needs, fostering an engaging environment that promotes social interaction and activity.

Reporting to the General Manager, the position requires guiding the recreation team, ensuring daily resident needs are met, and aligning duties with organization policies

Qualifications

• Leads planning and delivery of recreation programs to support resident wellness and quality of life.
• Develops diverse programming based on resident interests and needs.
• Fosters a supportive environment promoting social interaction, physical activity and mental stimulation.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, support, guidance and mentorship to the recreation team.
• Provides oversight and direction to the recreation team through coordination of work routines to meet the daily needs of residents.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Oversight

Coordination

Job description

About Optima Living

Founded in 2007 by two friends inspired by their families’ dementia journeys, Optima Living was created to provide a more home-like experience in seniors housing and care. What began as a personal mission has grown into one of Western Canada’s leading senior living and continuing care providers.

About Optima Living

Founded in 2007 by two friends inspired by their families’ dementia journeys, Optima Living was created to provide a more home-like experience in seniors housing and care. What began as a personal mission has grown into one of Western Canada’s leading senior living and continuing care providers.

Today, Optima Living offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living, Long-Term Care, Brain Health, and Memory Care across Alberta and British Columbia. Our innovative approach includes Spark, Your Wellness, Your Way; our proprietary brain health and care model.

As the only Top 10 Canadian senior living and care provider focused exclusively on Western Canada, we proudly serve more than 4,300 residents.

Guided by our North Star, Let us welcome you home™, we are committed to People, Place, and Community. With a resident-first philosophy and a focus on innovation, we are redefining aging with purpose creating communities where seniors live with dignity, connection, and joy.

Position Summary

Reporting to the General Manager, the Recreation Manager leads the planning and delivery of recreation programs that support resident wellness, engagement, and quality of life. This role develops diverse programming based on resident interests and functional needs and fosters a supportive and engaging environment that promotes social interaction, physical activity, and mental stimulation.

All duties and responsibilities are carried out in alignment with Optima Living’s mission, vision, and values, promoting person-centered care by respecting the uniqueness, dignity, and self-determination of residents to promote maximum personal and functional independence. These duties are performed within the framework of established organizational policies and procedures, industry best practices, while adhering to applicable regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Oversight

• Provides leadership, support, guidance and mentorship to the recreation team.
• Provides oversight and direction to the recreation team through coordination of work routines to meet the daily needs of residents