Senior Living Wellness & Activities Lead

COGIR Real Estate; Burlington; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Onboarding & training

Coaching & mentoring

Dedicated support

Flexible benefits

Generous vacation

Rewards program

Career growth

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Canada is seeking an Active Living Manager to lead engaging programs for residents. You will assess needs, build calendars, schedule events and work with volunteers to promote wellness and social interaction.

The role is a contract from December 1, 2026 to February 15, 2028, offering a salary of $55,000–$58,000 per year plus a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth. Candidates should have experience with seniors and recreation programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in recreation/active living and 1 year with seniors in a leadership role.
• Post-secondary education in related field (recreation/active living, gerontology, health sciences).
• Certifications in gerontology, senior fitness, dementia/Alzheimer's or wellness are assets.
• Knowledge of program adaptations for cognitive, physical or sensory impairments.
• Valid F Class or Class 4 license or ability to obtain.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office.
• Creative program development and event planning.
• Vulnerable Sector Check within six months or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' needs and develop engaging programs.
• Build monthly calendars and newsletters; schedule events and live entertainment.
• Evaluate and improve program offerings to promote wellness and social interaction.
• Lead and align team with Cogir's core values; mentor volunteers and staff.

Skills

Active living

Motivation

Idea generation

Creative problem solving

Communication

Initiative

Leadership

Time management

Results driven

Resilience

Business acumen

Education

Post-secondary in recreation

Gerontology/health field

Gerontology certification (asset)

CPR/First Aid (certificate)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cogir Senior Living in Canada is seeking an Active Living Manager to lead engaging programs for residents. You will assess needs, build calendars, schedule events and work with volunteers to promote wellness and social interaction.

The role is a contract from December 1, 2026 to February 15, 2028, offering a salary of $55,000–$58,000 per year plus a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth. Candidates should have experience with seniors and recreation programs.