Recreation Manager

LEV Senior Living; Oshawa; Presencial; CAD 55.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

LEV Senior Living in Oshawa, ON is seeking an energetic Recreation Manager to lead our resident-focused recreation program. You will assess residents' needs, design engaging activities, and ensure events align with wellness goals while supervising staff and volunteers.

This full-time role requires a Diploma in Recreation Therapy or equivalent, strong leadership, and a willingness to work some evenings and weekends.

Formación

• Diploma in Recreation Therapy or equivalent.
• Proven related experience.
• Valid G license with clean driving abstract.
• Current criminal reference check including vulnerable sector screen.
• SmartServe certification required prior to start.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and technology

Responsabilidades

• Meet with residents to assess recreational needs & interests.
• Develop, promote, and implement recreation programs and events based on wellness dimensions.
• Recruit, orient, train, and recognize staff, volunteers, and co-op students as integral parts of the program.
• Collaborate with team members and volunteers to run successful recreational programs and team meetings.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Decision making

Volunteer management

English proficiency

Educación

Diploma in Recreation Therapy

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Do you enjoy being part of a team who believes that together, they can achieve remarkable things?

Do you want to work in a culture where people take care of people?

Do you want a chance to make a difference in people’s lives?

Do you value the opportunity to grow and learn?

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Recreation Manager

Full Time: Permanent

Current Status: Vacant

Salary Range: $55,000-$58,000

The compensation range listed reflects the expected hiring range for this position. However, candidates with significant or directly related experience, specialized skills, or advanced qualifications may be considered for compensation above the posted range

Location: Oshawa, ON

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Typical hours are 9:00 am- 5:00pm, approximately 40 weekly and MOD weekends on rotation.

Requires some flexibility on evenings and weekends based on events and special occasions

Position Summary

We are searching for an energetic, experienced program and volunteer coordinator for this full-time management role which reports directly to the General Manager. You will meet with residents to assess their recreational needs & interests. Then, you will be responsible for the development, promotion, and implementation of creative, innovative and meaningful recreation programs and special events based on the dimensions of wellness and our residents’ needs. You will commit to recruit, orient, train, assign and recognize the team members, volunteers and co-op students as integral parts of the program. It is also imperative that you work closely with all team members and volunteers to develop and coach a cohesive approach to running successful recreational programs and team meetings.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education Diploma in Recreation Therapy, Recreation and Leisure or equivalent is a requirement
• Proven related experience a requirement
• Prior leadership experience
• Valid G license with clean drivers abstract
• Current criminal reference check including vulnerable sector screen
• SmartServe certification required prior to start
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and technology a requirement

Key Qualifications

• Experience in memory care programming an asset
• Certification in behavioral training courses such as GPA, P.I.E.C.E.S, or DementiAbilities
• First Aid and CPR-C an asset
• Ability to demonstrate leadership while motivating team members and volunteers to become genuinely involved in activities
• Ability to make decisions and creatively problem solve while respecting the residents' choices and following policies and procedures
• Demonstrate strong organizational, flexibility, coordination and planning skills
• Fostering good relationships and maintaining good communication with residents, caregivers, volunteers, team members and community partners
• Experience in volunteer motivation and management
• Ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English
• Demonstration of a caring and compassionate attitude while working with team members, residents, volunteers and external community participants.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekend, & scheduled manager on duty shifts (one in eight weekends).

Please note: Some websites state wages or wage ranges at their own discretion.

Any wages stated on the posting have not been provided nor approved by the employer.

Wages are based on the responsibilities of the role and the applicants experience and will be discussed between final applicants and the hiring manager.

If you are looking to join an amazing team, love to work with seniors and are dedicated to making a difference.

Lev Senior Living is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. Please notify Lev Senior Living if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation Lev Senior Living will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.