Senior Living Activity Coordinator

COGIR Real Estate; Kingsville; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

COGIR Senior Living is seeking an Active Living Aide in Ontario to help plan, organize and implement meaningful programs for residents in retirement residences. You will work under the Active Living Manager and Executive Director to ensure engaging activities and quality experiences for seniors.

Qualifications include a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, and a valid driver’s license. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent is required.
• Experience working with seniors is preferred.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook is expected.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly.
• Valid provincial driver’s license to transport residents by van (Class 4; Class F).
• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check (or be willing to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for residents.
• Maintain department records including assessments and evaluations of activities.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families, volunteers and staff.
• Attend in-service education to stay updated on elderly care trends.
• Participate in team meetings to plan activities aligned with resident interests.
• Facilitate residents' scheduled and pre-arranged outings.
• Assist with assessment of individual resident activity levels.
• Prepare, carry out and evaluate daily activities.
• Assist with meal services as required.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Uphold the organization's values, ethics, and integrity.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Experience with seniors

Energetic and compassionate

Driver's license

Vulnerable Sector Check

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

COGIR Senior Living is seeking an Active Living Aide in Ontario to help plan, organize and implement meaningful programs for residents in retirement residences. You will work under the Active Living Manager and Executive Director to ensure engaging activities and quality experiences for seniors.

Qualifications include a college diploma in recreation or gerontology, experience with seniors, and a valid driver’s license. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication are required.