Activity Director
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Job Title Resident Program Manager Activity/Recreation Lead
Qualifications Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies therapeutic recreation gerontology kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university.
Technical Competencies Working Knowledge of: Human Resources Management & Labour Relations Complaint Resolution Public Relations Financial Management and Budgeting Principles Long Term Care Industry Applicable Contractual & Legislative Requirements CQI Principles Project Management Principles Ability to read write and communicate effectively in English Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook Facilitation Skills.
Experience Relevant experience in a health care setting required preferably in long term care;
Supervisory experience;
Experience in assessing activation needs development implementation and evaluation of activation programs;
Sufficient knowledge and experience to coordinate religious services and spiritual care in a multi-faith setting strongly preferred;
Relevant experience facilitating programs with seniors or with persons in a healthcare setting strongly preferred;
Experience or knowledge in recruitment selection orientation placement and supervision of volunteers strongly preferred.
Knowledge and Experience with facilitating activities for residents experiencing Responsive Behaviors or Mental Health Diagnosis.
Key Responsibilities:
Assessing residents needs and developing programs to meet these needs
Achieving Resident Satisfaction Survey targets
Evaluating and improving recreation programs
Facilitating various programs and events for residents - Living our values and ensuring
others on your team do to
Grow and evaluate an active volunteer program to support residence needs
Collaborate - Work with the Executive Director residents and staff to develop engaging
recreation programs that meet the needs of the residents.
Manage - Effectively manage staff and volunteers within approved budgets.
Roll-up your sleeves - To facilitate and provide opportunities for meaningful recreational
programs.
Comply - Ensure policies procedures processes and systems are in place and being
monitored.
Cultivate - To promote Resident autonomy independence and advocacy including
Residents rights and a culture of non-abuse. Promoting residents council and attending
meetings as required.
Create - Create a newsletter and recreation calendar to promote programs and engage
residents.
Time Type:
Full timeWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare youre joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring turn it into a rewarding career withExtendicare!
Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Assisted Living
- Computer Skills
- Physical Examinations
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Publisher
- Regression Analysis
- Serving Experience
- Dementia Care
- Teaching
- Experience with Children
- Memory Care
- Social Work
About Company
For nearly 50 years, Extendicare’s qualified and experienced staff has been helping people live better through a commitment to quality care and service that includes skilled nursing care, home health care, retirement living, and management and consulting services. We are proud to be ... View more
