Recreation Manager AgeCare SkyPointe

Work Location: SkyPointe
Address: 179 Skyview Circle NE
FTE: Full Time 1.00
Employment Type: Regular

The Opportunity
The Recreation Manager is responsible for leading and delivering Recreation Services to residents within the facility. This role works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary care team to support resident-centred care plans and ensure recreation programming meets the social emotional cognitive and physical needs of residents.

What You Will Do

• Assess resident needs preferences and interests to support meaningful engagement in recreation programming.

• Design and oversee recreation programs that reflect individual and neighbourhood-level assessments.

• Develop and implement proactive programming strategies that support positive behaviours and reduce escalation.

• Deliver and support therapeutic recreation interventions that promote resident participation and quality of life.

• Ensure programming provides a balanced approach including cognitive stimulation social engagement physical activity and leisure opportunities.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and contribute to resident care conferences and care planning discussions.

• Monitor and support resident and family satisfaction with recreation services.

• Set expectations and support resident participation in meaningful recreation opportunities on a regular basis.

• Lead coach and support recreation staff and volunteers to achieve departmental goals and service standards.

• Manage recreation department operations including scheduling reporting and budget oversight.

What You Bring

• Completion of a Recreation Therapy program from a Canadian accredited post-secondary institution.

• Eligible for registration with a Canadian Therapeutic Recreation association.

• 3 years of experience in recreation therapy or therapeutic recreation within a health care or seniors living environment preferred.

• 2 years of experience in program planning implementation documentation and evaluation in a seniors care setting.

• Knowledge of gerontology and person-centred care principles considered an asset.

• Familiarity with electronic documentation and care systems (Activity Pro PointClickCare (PCC) RAI-MDS) considered an asset.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to support and motivate a multidisciplinary team.

• Strong collaboration communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary care teams and support a culture of resident engagement.

• Passion for person-centred care and enhancing quality of life for seniors and residents.

• Must be able to provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check including a Criminal Record Check or be willing to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Great Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for training education and advancement.

• Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued.

• Meaningful Work: Make a real impact on our residents lives.

• Community Feel: Build strong connections with colleagues.

• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

About AgeCare
For over 25 years AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta BC and Ontario we offer a comfortable home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust quality respect and teamwork our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.

Ready to Make a Difference
If youre passionate about delivering exceptional care and excited to join a compassionate dedicated team AgeCare is the place for you!. Apply today!

At AgeCare we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If youre motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity respect and compassion come join us!