Recreation Programmer (Temporary)- DePaul Annex

Shannex Incorporated; Bedford; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Pension plan for staff (part-time and

Free onsite parking

Perks Program discounts

Centre of Excellence training

Innovation and continuous improvement

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is opening DePaul Hall Enhanced Care in Bedford, Nova Scotia, in October 2026 and is seeking an experienced, passionate Recreation Programmer (Temporary) to join the opening team. The role focuses on resident-centered wellness programming across six dimensions of well-being and collaboration with the broader community.

You will develop, implement, and evaluate programs, oversee new resident orientation to recreation services, and support special functions with cost-efficient

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in recreation or related discipline is required.
• Passion for creative arts such as music or art therapies.
• Energetic, compassionate, and experienced in programming for seniors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Driver's license is an asset.
• CPR and First Aid Certification, and Safe Food Handler, are required.
• Flexible hours and shifts, including some weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with residents/families to assess engagement in wellness activities across six dimensions.
• Assist residents in achieving wellness goals and define strategies to reach them.
• Develop, analyze, and review resident-directed individual and community programs.
• Foster partnerships with local businesses and community groups for programming.
• Evaluate programming to ensure it meets residents' needs and expectations.
• Work with Recreation team to plan full-scope wellness programming for all service lines.
• Oversee orientation of new residents to recreation services and amenities.
• Oversee Recreation services for special functions, ensuring organization and cost-efficiency.

Skills

Creative arts facilitation

Communication skills

Driver's license

Elder care experience

Education

Diploma/degree in recreation or related discipline

Job description

If compassion, professionalism, and integrity drive you, a rewarding career at Shannex could be your next great move. Our communities are more than places to work - they're places where Great People connect, care, and Lead the Way to Better Living.

We're opening DePaul Hall Enhanced Care in Bedford, Nova Scotia, in October 2026, and we're searching for an experienced and passionate (Temporary) Recreation Programmer to join our opening team.

Why Shannex?

When you join Shannex, you join a community of talented professionals who care deeply about what they do - and about each other. We're proud to offer meaningful work, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment where you can truly make a difference.

Here's What You Can Look Forward To

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan
• including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (if eligible)
• Vacation accrual begins immediately and travel insurance (if eligible)
• Pension plan for part-time and full-time staff
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

What You'll Do

• Collaborates with each resident and/or family to assess their engagement of meaningful activities in the six dimensions of wellness- Physical, Social, Intellectual, Vocational, Emotional, and Spiritual;
• Assists each resident in achieving their goals to enhance their overall wellness and assist with defining strategies for achieving those goals;
• Develops, analyzes, and reviews resident-directed individualized and community-wide programs;
• Fosters partnerships with local businesses and community groups to facilitate program development;
• Evaluates programming to ensure that the programs are meeting the residents’ needs and expectations along with upholding the established expectations;
• Collaborates with the Recreation team to develop a plan for full-scope wellness programming for all service lines;
• Oversees the process of orientation for each new resident to the recreation department, services offered and activities/amenities available to them;
• Oversees Recreation services for special functions ensuring organization, cost efficiency & appropriate staffing;

What You Bring

• You have a diploma/degree in recreation or a related discipline.
• You have a passion for creative arts such as music therapy, art therapy, or artistic expression.
• You are an energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly and has experience in programming and planning for seniors in a recreational environment.
• You have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong computer skills.
• Possession of a Class G Driver's License is an asset.
• Proof of current, valid CPR and First Aid Certification, as well as a Safe Food Handler's Course, is required.
• You can work flexible hours and shifts (including some weekends and evenings).