Senior Activity Coordinator

EXTENDICARE; Fort Macleod; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare Canada is seeking a Part-time Recreation/Activity Coordinator to plan and implement meaningful activities for residents in our long-term care homes. You will collaborate with the Recreation Manager to organize programs, record participation, and support meal services as needed.

The role requires a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A vulnerable sector check is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for residents with Recreation Manager.
• Maintain department records and assess/evaluate planned programs for individual participation.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families, volunteers and staff.
• Attend in-service education to stay informed on elderly care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan resident-centered programs.
• Facilitate residents' scheduled and pre-arranged outings.
• Assist with resident activity level assessments and daily activities.
• Assist with meal services as required.
• Uphold Extendicare's values and Code of Conduct.

Skills

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

College diploma in Recreation or Gerontology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Extendicare Canada is seeking a Part-time Recreation/Activity Coordinator to plan and implement meaningful activities for residents in our long-term care homes. You will collaborate with the Recreation Manager to organize programs, record participation, and support meal services as needed.

The role requires a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A vulnerable sector check is required or willingness to obtain one.