Senior Living Activity Coordinator

Cogir Senior Living Canada; East Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living Canada is seeking an Active Living Aide in Ontario to support residents through meaningful daily programs and engaging activities. Reporting to the Active Living Manager, you will help plan, organize and implement activities, assist with meals, and maintain records while fostering a compassionate environment for seniors.

The role requires a college diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies or Gerontology, experience with seniors, strong communication, and a valid provincial

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 Active Living 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;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cogir Senior Living Canada is seeking an Active Living Aide in Ontario to support residents through meaningful daily programs and engaging activities. Reporting to the Active Living Manager, you will help plan, organize and implement activities, assist with meals, and maintain records while fostering a compassionate environment for seniors.

The role requires a college diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies or Gerontology, experience with seniors, strong communication, and a valid provincial