Senior Living Activity Coordinator

COGIR Real Estate; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking an Active Living Aide to assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for residents in our Mississauga location. You will collaborate with the Active Living Manager and Executive Director to ensure engaging activities that support well-being.

The role requires a college diploma related to recreation/leisure or gerontology, experience with seniors, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s license for resident transport.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organization and implementation of meaningful programs for residents.
• Maintain department records including assessments and evaluations of planned programs.
• 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 resident outings as scheduled.
• Assist with assessment of resident activity levels and scheduling.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Energetic and compassionate

Driver's license

MS Office proficiency

Education

College diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Gerontology or equivalent

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking an Active Living Aide to assist in planning, organizing and implementing meaningful programs for residents in our Mississauga location. You will collaborate with the Active Living Manager and Executive Director to ensure engaging activities that support well-being.

The role requires a college diploma related to recreation/leisure or gerontology, experience with seniors, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s license for resident transport.