Manager of Recreation and Volunteer Services
Manager of Recreation and Volunteer Services
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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 permanent fulltime Manager of Recreation and Volunteer Services to join our Miramichi team working primarily out of Bridgeview Hall based in Miramichi New Brunswick.
Meaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector Shannex offers opportunities for growth development and advancement. And at the end of every day you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
- Comprehensive health vision and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for parttime & fulltime staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Life travel and other insurances
- Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
- RRSP program 5 employer matching)
- Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
- 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 Shannexs 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
- Supervises and evaluates the recreation department which includes work assignments training disciplinary procedures and performance evaluation;
- Oversees the training education supervision and evaluation of volunteers and student placements;
- Collaborates with each resident and/or family to assess their engagement of meaningful activities in the six dimensions of wellness Physical Social Intellectual Vocational Emotional and Spiritual;
- Assists each resident in achieving their goals to enhance their overall wellness and assist with defining strategies for achieving those goals;
- Develops analyzes and reviews residentdirected individualized and communitywide programs;
- Fosters partnerships with local businesses and community groups to facilitate program development;
- Evaluates programming to ensure that the programs are meeting the residents needs and expectations along with upholding the established expectations;
- Oversees the process of orientation for each new resident to the recreation department services offered and activities/amenities available to them;
- Oversees Recreation services for special functions ensuring organization cost efficiency & appropriate staffing;
- Promotes a safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards following safe work practices and procedures wearing personal protective equipment supporting others to work safely and completing safety education.
About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement collaboration and accountability you bring:
- A diploma or degree in therapeutic recreation or a related discipline;
- Proof of current valid CPR and First Aid or BLS Certification (required);
- 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;
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written as well as strong computer skills;
- Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check upon hire;
- Ability to work flexible hours and shifts (including some weekends and evenings);
- Advanced proficiency in the English language is required proficiency in French considered an asset;
- Food Safety or Food Handlers certificate is an asset;
- Possession of a Class 4 Drivers License is an asset;
- A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations services and care.
About Us
It all began in 1988 when our Founder Joseph Shannon purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney Cape Breton. For more than three decades Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations services and care in Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario. Our industryleading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences Shannex Enhanced Care Faubourg du Mascaret and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.
If youre ready to join the Shannex team of Great People apply today!
Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity diversity inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex every team member belongs.
All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
