Recreation Manager - AgeCare SkyPointe

AgeCare Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth

Supportive culture

Meaningful work

Community feel

Recognition

Job summary

AgeCare Ltd. is seeking a Recreation Manager to lead recreation services for residents across our care communities.

You will work with an interdisciplinary care team to create person-centred programs that meet social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs, promoting dignity and meaningful engagement. The role requires a Recreation Therapy credential, CTR eligibility, and 3+ years of experience in senior care recreation planning and delivery.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Recreation Therapy program from a Canadian accredited post-secondary institution.
• Eligible for registration with a Canadian Therapeutic Recreation association.
• 2+ years of experience in program planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation in a seniors’ care setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess resident needs, preferences, and interests to support meaningful engagement in recreation programming.
• Design and oversee recreation programs reflecting assessments.
• Develop and implement proactive programming to support positive behaviours and reduce escalation.
• Deliver therapeutic recreation interventions to promote participation and quality of life.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on care planning discussions.
• Monitor resident and family satisfaction with recreation services.
• Lead and support recreation staff and volunteers to meet service standards.
• Oversee scheduling, reporting, and budget for the recreation department.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Relationship building

Resident engagement

Education

Recreation Therapy program completion

CTR registration eligibility

Tools

Activity Pro

PCC

RAI-MDS

Job description

Work Location: SkyPointe Address: 179 Skyview Circle NE

FTE: Full Time 1.00

Employment Type: Regular

The Opportunity

The Recreation Manager is responsible for leading and delivering Recreation Services to residents within the facility. This role works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary care team to support resident-centered care plans and ensure recreation programming meets the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of residents.

What You Will Do

• Assess resident needs, preferences, and interests to support meaningful engagement in recreation programming.
• Design and oversee recreation programs that reflect individual and neighbourhood-level assessments.
• Develop and implement proactive programming strategies that support positive behaviours and reduce escalation.
• Deliver and support therapeutic recreation interventions that promote resident participation and quality of life.
• Ensure programming provides a balanced approach, including cognitive stimulation, social engagement, physical activity, and leisure opportunities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and contribute to resident care conferences and care planning discussions.
• Monitor and support resident and family satisfaction with recreation services.
• Set expectations and support resident participation in meaningful recreation opportunities on a regular basis.
• Lead, coach, and support recreation staff and volunteers to achieve departmental goals and service standards.
• Manage recreation department operations, including scheduling, reporting, and budget oversight.

What You Bring

• Completion of a Recreation Therapy program from a Canadian accredited post-secondary institution.
• Eligible for registration with a Canadian Therapeutic Recreation association.
• 3+ years of experience in recreation therapy or therapeutic recreation within a health care or seniors’ living environment preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in program planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation in a seniors’ care setting.
• Knowledge of gerontology and person-centered care principles considered an asset.
• Familiarity with electronic documentation and care systems (Activity Pro, PointClickCare (PCC), RAI-MDS) considered an asset.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to support and motivate a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary care teams and support a culture of resident engagement.
• Passion for person-centered care and enhancing quality of life for seniors and residents.
• Must be able to provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check, including a Criminal Record Check, or be willing to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
• Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.
• Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents' lives.
• Community Feel: Build strong connections with colleagues.
• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

About AgeCare

For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect.

Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.

We value diversity and inclusion.