Wellness Coordinator

Shannex Incorporated; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks program access

Continuing education and training

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated seeks a Wellness Assistant (Recreation) to join the Faubourg Du Mascaret team in Moncton, New Brunswick. The role centers on planning, implementing and evaluating recreation programs to support residents' emotional, intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual needs.

You will run activities in various settings, prepare materials, encourage participation, and document progress while supporting volunteers.

Qualifications

• A high-school diploma or equivalent education.
• Post-secondary education in a related field considered a strong asset and preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in English; proficiency in French considered an asset.
• Energetic, compassionate person with experience in programming for seniors in a recreational environment.
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate considered an asset.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check upon hire.
• Class 4 Driver’s License considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, implementing and evaluating internal and external recreation programs focusing on emotional, intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual needs of clients.
• Conduct recreation programs in settings such as large groups, small groups and one-to-one.
• Prepare rooms, materials and equipment for recreation programs.
• Motivate and facilitate client participation in recreation programs and community involvement.
• Document client progress evaluations, admission assessments and other reports as required.
• Maintain accurate client participation records; analyze data to help develop appropriate programs.
• Assist in training, supervision, and evaluation of volunteers and student placements.

Skills

English proficiency

Compassionate

Program planning

First Aid & CPR

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education in related field

Job description

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Wellness Assistant (Recreation) to join our Faubourg Du Mascaret team based in Moncton, New Brunswick.

Meaningful Benefits

• Approximate hourly wage: $16.40 - $16.71


• 4% vacation payout


• Free onsite parking


• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events


• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence


• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives


• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Assisting with planning, implementing and evaluating internal and external recreation programs focusing on emotional, intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual needs of the clients;


• Conducting recreation programs in a variety of settings, such as large groups, small groups and one-to-one;


• Preparing rooms, materials and equipment for recreation programs;


• Motivating and facilitating client participation in recreation programs and involvement with the community;


• Documenting client progress evaluations, admission assessments and other reports as required;


• Maintaining accurate client participation records; analyzes data to assist in the development of appropriate programs;


• Assisting in the training, supervision, and evaluation of volunteers and student placements.

About You

• A high-school diploma or equivalent education;


• A post-secondary education in a relative field considered a strong asset and is preferred;


• Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in French considered an asset;


• You are an energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly and has experience in programming and planning for seniors in a recreational environment;


• Current First Aid & CPR certificate considered an asset;


• Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check upon hire;


• Class 4 Driver’s License considered an asset;


• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.