Activities Coordinator

Bedford - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for engaging residents through meaningful events and activities that foster positive relationships amongst residents family members and employees.

Activities Coordinators are team players with a passion for providing exceptional service and support have an empathetic and respectful approach and a continuous improvement mindset. They take pride in their work and ensure residents needs are being met.

Objective:
Ensure the provision of high-quality standards as they relate to activities and resident engagement at The Berkeley.

Program Implementation:

Oversee all scheduled recreation activities at The Berkeley.
Assess deliver and evaluate recreational programs based on residents needs interests and input.
Plan creative programs that include art music exercise and games.
Complete and update resident social profiles.
Organize equipment and/or supplies required for each activity.
Take an active role in evaluating programs for fresh ideas and continuous quality improvements.
Facilitate and modify activities as required to suit individual capabilities.
Drive and escort residents during outings.
Train and oversee volunteers.
Maintain records of resident participation.

Minimum Requirements:

Recognized training and/or experience in recreation and/or gerontology.
Demonstrated ability to deliver and lead appropriate recreation and leisure activities for seniors.
Previous experience working with seniors in a retirement community setting is an asset.
Valid NS Drivers License and clean drivers abstract.
First Aid and CPR certificate.
Ability to work a variety of shifts: days evenings weekends and holidays.
Excellent organizational time management and problem-solving skills.
Empathy for and an understanding of older adults aging in place and cognitive impairment.
Be fun and engaging!

Note: This position will be temporary full time in Bedford until end of January then Dartmouth in February. The role will transition to part-time between locations starting in March.

Required Experience:

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for engaging residents through meaningful events and activities that foster positive relationships amongst residents family members and employees.Activities Coordinators are team players with a passion for providing exceptional service and support have an em...

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for engaging residents through meaningful events and activities that foster positive relationships amongst residents family members and employees.

Objective:
Ensure the provision of high-quality standards as they relate to activities and resident engagement at The Berkeley.

Program Implementation:

Oversee all scheduled recreation activities at The Berkeley.
Assess deliver and evaluate recreational programs based on residents needs interests and input.
Plan creative programs that include art music exercise and games.
Complete and update resident social profiles.
Organize equipment and/or supplies required for each activity.
Take an active role in evaluating programs for fresh ideas and continuous quality improvements.
Facilitate and modify activities as required to suit individual capabilities.
Drive and escort residents during outings.
Train and oversee volunteers.
Maintain records of resident participation.

Minimum Requirements:

Recognized training and/or experience in recreation and/or gerontology.
Demonstrated ability to deliver and lead appropriate recreation and leisure activities for seniors.
Previous experience working with seniors in a retirement community setting is an asset.
Valid NS Drivers License and clean drivers abstract.
First Aid and CPR certificate.
Ability to work a variety of shifts: days evenings weekends and holidays.
Excellent organizational time management and problem-solving skills.
Empathy for and an understanding of older adults aging in place and cognitive impairment.
Be fun and engaging!

Note: This position will be temporary full time in Bedford until end of January then Dartmouth in February. The role will transition to part-time between locations starting in March.

Required Experience:

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