Activity & Wellness Coordinator (Full Time, A04 Awc - Edmonton, Canada - GEF Seniors Housing

GEF Seniors Housing

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

Details:
Full time, Days, 37.50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 4:00PM, some evening and weekend hours will be required

Pay Scale:
$ $25.80 per hour

Location:
GEF locations throughout Edmonton _(travel between other GEF sites is required, mileage paid)_

Typical Duties:

Reporting to the Life Enrichment Supervisor, the Activity & Wellness Coordinator (AWC) is focused on resident engagement and is committed to supporting the residents with their individual and group recreation and leisure needs.

This position supports the Life Enrichment Supervisor with developing initiatives relevant to the needs of the population in the communities they serve, striving to positively influence residents' quality of life.

The AWC is responsible for evaluating the community's activity and wellness needs, facilitating and promoting programming based on the seven dimensions of wellness and interests of the community's population, and encouraging independence and accountability amongst the residents.

In addition, the AWC is expected to establish supportive relationships with residents, families, staff, and partner or community agencies and manage other site-specific duties as assigned.

Experience/Education Preferences:

Diploma or Degree in recreation, physical therapy or related field is desired
Minimum 12 years' experience of planning programs for seniors or related population is required
Knowledge of recreation & exercise equipment, games, crafts, services, community activities and applicable resources is desired
Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal are required
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office are required

Other Requirements:

Must have a vehicle and valid driver's license and submit a copy of the driver's license upon request
Strong customer service skills including the ability to interact with everyone in a respectful manner
Strong planning and organizational skills
Strong negotiating and conflict resolution skills with a flexible and collaborative approach
Ability to meet deadlines and respond calmly to stressful situations
Must be able to work with mínimal supervision and maintain confidentiality
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to adapt to different environments

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal records check and be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Salary:
$23.30-$25.80 per hour

Benefits: