Activity Director (Long Term Care)

Job summary

The Activity Director is responsible for planning and implementing recreational programs for residents in a long-term care environment. The role focuses on enhancing the well-being and quality of life for residents through engaging activities.

Job details

Caressant Care is looking for a passionate Activity Director to join our team of care providers. Location Bourget, ON Time Type Full Time (18 Month Contract) About Caressant Care For nearly 50 years, Caressant Care has created a comfortable and caring home environment for our residents across Ontario to receive high-quality care. We proudly serve over 1,500 residents across our 15 long-term care homes and ten retirement homes. Operating primarily in small towns, Caressant Care creates tight-knit communities where everyone knows and looks out for one another. At Caressant Care, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow, whether they are experienced professionals or just starting. Become a part of our team and experience fulfilling and impactful work that brings joy to your life and the lives of others. What We Offer… At the core of our workforce is a passion for people, fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives, experiences, and beliefs. A caring and comfortable space for our residents, their families and our employees. Learning and growth opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers. Competitive wages and benefits. What You Bring… Must possess a post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university Must have at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting Must have successfully completed the Food Handlers Course and maintain it Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Point Click Care Demonstrated leadership ability and organizational skills Working knowledge of the Nursing Home Activities & Long Term Care Standards H Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent oral and written communication skills. The salary range is $55,000 -$65,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. If this resonates with you, we would love to have a conversation about you joining our team! Please apply using the form below. Our focus at Caressant Care is on hiring individuals whose skills and abilities will contribute most to our organization’s success and who also mirror the communities in which we operate. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their ethnic and cultural backgrounds, disabilities, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions. If you have questions or require accommodations during the application process, please email info@caressantcare.com or call 519-539-0408. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

What you’ll do

The Activity Director is responsible for planning and implementing recreational programs for residents in a long-term care environment. The role focuses on enhancing the well-being and quality of life for residents through engaging activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have a post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation, leisure studies, or a related field and at least one year of healthcare experience. A valid Food Handlers Course certification and proficiency in Point Click Care and Microsoft Office are required.

Benefits

• Competitive wages • Benefits

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Leadership
• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Oral communication
• Written communication
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Point Click Care
• Therapeutic recreation
• Kinesiology

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Sports & Recreation
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services
• Administrative