Senior Living Activities Coordinator

COGIR Real Estate; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Ottawa is seeking an Active Living Aide to assist in planning and implementing meaningful programs for residents. Reporting to the Active Living Manager, you will help coordinate activities, monitor participation, and support daily living services for seniors.

Qualifications include a college diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent, strong communication skills, and a valid Ontario driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• An energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for the residents, in collaboration with the Active Living Manager & Executive Director.
• Maintains appropriate department records including assessments and evaluations of planned programs.
• Communicates effectively with residents, families, volunteers and staff; keeps everyone informed of events.
• Attends in-service education to stay informed about trends in elderly care.
• Participates in team meetings to plan programs aligned with residents’ interests.
• Facilitates residents’ outings and activities as scheduled.
• Assists with assessment of individual resident activity levels and daily activities.
• Assists with meal services as required.
• Upholds ethics, morality and integrity of the organization.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Energetic and compassionate

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cogir Senior Living in Ottawa is seeking an Active Living Aide to assist in planning and implementing meaningful programs for residents. Reporting to the Active Living Manager, you will help coordinate activities, monitor participation, and support daily living services for seniors.

Qualifications include a college diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent, strong communication skills, and a valid Ontario driver’s license.