Activities Co-ordinator - Kitchener, Canada - Conestoga Lodge Retirement Residence

Conestoga Lodge Retirement Residence

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Kitchener, Canada

2 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

We are recruiting a motivated individual to join our team and make a positive impact within our senior's community.

Are you passionate about joining a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience, then join our team at Conestoga Lodge.

Conestoga Lodge is committed to hiring, promoting, and valuing its employees. Our team members are hardworking and care about our residents and fellow co-workers. We have a supportive leadership team and positive working environment.

The Activities Co-Ordinator is responsible for developing and coordinating meaningful programs and services to meet the social, physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual needs of all residents.

This Position is a Part time position to start as soon as possible and then transitions into a Temporary Full time position covering a maternity leave in April 2023.

Part time hours consist of 20 hours/per week and Full time hours consist of 31.25 hours per week.

If you are a person who is inspired and motivated to provide the best support and care for our residents then we would like to hear from you

As an Activities Co-Ordinator you are responsible for:

Develops and prepares communication tools (newsletters, posters, notices and calendars) designed to provide residents, seniors located in the community and volunteers with information regarding current and future activities and special events.
Identifying and assessing the residents needs to develop fulfilling activities and encouraging residents' participation in programs.
Coordinates Resident Forum as delegated by the General Manager.
Creates a safe, pleasant, creative recreational environment.
Plans evening and weekend programs/activities as required
Recruits, orients, supervises, recognizes and evaluates volunteers
Responsible for driving residents for weekly outings and special events
Liaise with external agencies and individuals from seniors focused organizations, clubs, associations, and community groups to plan and deliver special events, outings and coordinate services
Forecasts, monitors, and manages expenditures from funds allocated to the budget
Performing other duties as assigned.
A minimum of 13 years' experience ideally in a retirement or LTC setting
Diploma or Degree in Recreational Leadership Program/Therapeutic Recreation and or Recreation Management in Gerontology
Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate
Valid Drivers license and demonstrate license in good standing, 3 years public driving experience, must be 25 years or older in order to be eligible for coverage under our insurance policy
Must provide a clear Drivers Abstract
Must possess an understanding of the challenges of the aging process
Good planning, public relations, customer service and multitasking skills
Must express initiative, good judgment and foster a positive work atmosphere.
Food handler/Food Safe certification considered an asset
Must be comfortable and prepared to respond to emergency situations
Must possess strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook.
All applicants must successfully provide a current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Sector Check.
Proof of 2 step TB testing
Proof of full COVID vaccination