Recreation & Volunteer Coordinator Temporary Full Time [RVM RVV 1.00] AgeCare Samac

AgeCare; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Oshawa is seeking a Recreation and Volunteer Coordinator to enhance the well-being of seniors through engaging recreation and leisure activities. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and experience in healthcare settings. This role emphasizes promoting community, creativity, and lifelong learning among residents.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing recreation and leisure services in a healthcare setting, preferably with seniors.
• Provincial Safe Food Handling Certification.
• Certificate in Volunteer Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain department records and complete all documentation on time.
• Participate in ongoing evaluation of recreation and volunteer programs.
• Maintain recreation supplies and report deficiencies to the Program Manager.

Skills

Recreation and leisure service provision

Volunteer management

Effective communication

Education

Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies

Degree or Diploma in Kinesiology or Gerontology

Job description

Overview

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 Recreation and Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, and facilitating a variety of meaningful recreation and leisure pursuits which promote wellbeing, purpose, creativity, a sense of community, lifelong learning, and fun.

Responsibilities

• Maintains department records and completes all documentation as per required timelines, including: Resident Assessments/Re-Assessments, Care Planning, MDS Coding/RAPs, Progress Notes and Activity Pro.
• Participates in the on-going evaluation of the recreation and volunteer programs and related quality improvement processes.
• Maintains recreation supplies and other related tools/resources in good working condition and as per related infection control policies and procedures, reporting deficiencies to the Program Manager.

What You Will Need

• Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies or Therapeutic Recreation is preferred.
• 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 Safe Food Handling Certification.
• Certificate in Volunteer Management is preferred.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!