Wellness Programs Lead - Resident Life

Chartwell Retirement Residences; Oakville; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Retirement Residences is seeking a Lifestyle and Programs Supervisor to oversee day‑to‑day delivery of meaningful programs aligned with residents’ interests and the six wellness dimensions. You will guide activity aides and volunteers, support safe program delivery, and help maintain an engaging calendar for residents.

The role focuses on coordinating programs, building strong resident relationships, and collaborating with the Lifestyle and Programs Manager to ensure high‑quality

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in recreation, gerontology, social work, or relevant experience.
• One to three years of experience in retirement living, long-term care, or healthcare.
• Experience coordinating programs and guiding employees or volunteers.
• Understanding of aging and respect for residents’ backgrounds, interests, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate programs across the six dimensions of wellness.
• Prepare program calendars, newsletters, events, outings, and resident communications.
• Assign work and guide, orient, and train activity aides and volunteers.
• Build resident relationships, respond to concerns, and elevate significant issues.
• Coordinate volunteers and community partners to expand program opportunities.
• Monitor program safety, participation, quality, risks, and improvement opportunities.

Skills

Program coordination

Volunteer management

Communication

Computer skills

Community relations

Education

Post-secondary education in recreation/gerontology/social work

Job description

Chartwell Retirement Residences is seeking a Lifestyle and Programs Supervisor to oversee day‑to‑day delivery of meaningful programs aligned with residents’ interests and the six wellness dimensions. You will guide activity aides and volunteers, support safe program delivery, and help maintain an engaging calendar for residents.

The role focuses on coordinating programs, building strong resident relationships, and collaborating with the Lifestyle and Programs Manager to ensure high‑quality