Senior Living Activities Coordinator

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Canada; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Recreation Aide to assist in planning and implementing meaningful programs for residents under the Recreation Manager's guidance. You will support daily activities, outings, and meal services while maintaining records and promoting resident well-being.

The role requires a college diploma in Recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, proficiency in MS Office, good communication, a valid driver’s license, and a current Vulnerable Sector Check.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required;
• Previous experience working with seniors;
• 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;
• Valid provincial driver's license to transport residents by van (i.e.: Class 4; Class F);
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Recreation Manager & Executive Director.
• Assists with the maintenance of appropriate department records including assessments, evaluations of planned programs detailing individual participation, charting.
• Maintains effective communication and good human relations with residents, families, volunteers and staff of other departments, keeping them informed of current and upcoming events.
• Attends in-service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly.
• Participates in team meetings to plan programs with residents' interest in mind.
• Facilitating residents to scheduled and pre-arranged outings;
• Assisting with assessment of individual resident activity levels;
• Preparing, carrying out and evaluating daily activities;
• Assisting with meal services as required;
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience with seniors

Oral and written communication

Compassionate personality

Vulnerable Sector Check

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Recreation Aide to assist in planning and implementing meaningful programs for residents under the Recreation Manager's guidance. You will support daily activities, outings, and meal services while maintaining records and promoting resident well-being.

The role requires a college diploma in Recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, proficiency in MS Office, good communication, a valid driver’s license, and a current Vulnerable Sector Check.