Life, Learning and Leisure Lead-Bridgeland Calgary Alberta, CAN View Job
About the role
Life, Learning and Leisure Lead-Bridgeland
Calgary
Overview
The Life, Learning & Leisure (LLL) Bridgeland Lead provides visionary leadership to advance Silvera’s approach to resident wellness, active aging, and aging in place through the lens of recreation therapy. Working collaboratively with the LLL team in Bridgeland, this role is responsible for designing, piloting, evaluating, and scaling evidence-based wellness and engagement programs that support seniors in living vibrant, meaningful lives. Grounded in the principles and scope of practice for recreation therapy, the Lead ensures that all LLL programs are responsive to resident needs, reduce participation barriers, and promote optimal physical, cognitive, emotional, and social health. This role champions co-creation with residents, fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, and positions Silvera as a sector leader in holistic, person-centered wellness.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Bridgeland Campus LLL team to design and facilitate a Life, Learning & Leisure program rooted in the six dimensions of wellness and integrating therapeutic recreation practices (e.g., Leisure Ability, Health Protection/Promotion, Health, and Well-Being models).
Conduct and/or oversee resident assessments to identify interests, abilities, barriers, and wellness goals, particularly for residents requiring additional supports, with the goal of reducing isolation and increasing resident engagement and satisfaction.
Develop individualized and group program plans that incorporate evidence-based interventions to enhance cognitive health, physical activity, and social inclusion.
Modify activities and programs to ensure accessibility for residents with diverse needs, using adaptive techniques, assistive devices, and environmental modifications.
Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers residents to participate meaningfully in community life.
Champion and encourage resident-led initiatives, supporting skill development, leadership, and shared ownership of programs.
Engage and coordinate volunteers and external facilitators to broaden and enrich program offerings.
Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, academic institutions, and sector leaders to integrate new research, resources, and innovative practices.
Implement and maintain risk management protocols, including safety assessments, consent processes, and emergency preparedness for all programs.
Develop and apply evaluation methods to measure individual progress, program impact, and quality of life indicators, using findings to guide continuous improvement.
Analyze trends in aging, recreation therapy, and wellness to recommend program enhancements and service innovations.
Prepare and submit monthly narrative and statistical reports to support strategic and operational decision-making.
Directs and organizes such activities to assist residents develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in group activities.
Regulates content of program in accordance with residents’ capabilities, needs, and interests.
May supervise and conduct in-service training of other staff members, review their assessments and program goals, and consult with them on specific residents.
May train groups of volunteers and students in techniques of recreation therapy.
May serve as consultant to employers, educational institutions, and community health programs.
May work in team with other professional personnel, such as those engaged in social work, nursing, and/or recreation therapy, to ensure recreation is well balanced, coordinated, and integrated with special service.
Qualifications
Demonstrates passion for and experience working with older adults.
Post-secondary education in recreation/leisure/gerontology is highly preferred; with a minimum three to five years of related industry experience, ideally working with seniors. A combination of industry related experience and/or education may be considered.
Certification in recreational therapy would be highly beneficial.
Experience in designing, adapting, and delivering programs with measurable results.
Demonstrates creativity, innovation, enthusiasm, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
Willingness to grow, learn, challenge and be challenged within a learning environment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt to changing conditions is essential.
Previous experience in coaching, coordinating, and supporting volunteers is an asset.
Strong customer service orientation with demonstrated oral, written and presentation skills.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically with Word, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook.
Must have WHMIS, Food Safety and Pro-serve, or willingness to obtain.
Class 4 Drivers License and clean drivers abstract.
Employment Level
Full-time
Work Conditions
Must have valid drivers’ license and access to a reliable vehicle, as occasional travel is required.
Work within different environments, both within a primary location as well as alternate locations.
Be flexible and able to respond to a variety of changing duties and work routines, on occasion work under somewhat stressful situations.
HOURS OF WORK
Scheduled hours will include a variety of day shifts from Monday through Sunday, with availability to flex into evening and/or weekend shifts to meet program demands.
*Please ensure that all pop-up blockers are turned off when submitting your application.*
About Silvera For Seniors
See Yourself in Our Story
About Silvera for Seniors
Silvera is Calgary's leading non-profit provider of affordable housing and services for people 65+. For more than 50 years, Silvera for Seniors has provided safe, affordable housing for 1,500 lower-income Calgary seniors from all walks of life. We are Calgary’s largest provider of affordable seniors’ housing, the second largest in Alberta.
Our 25 communities are located in all four quadrants of the city. They offer independent living with a range of housing and support options for lower-income people in the “silver era” of their lives. We recognize that all people are individuals, and we work to create vibrant communities that residents can call home. We work with partners across Calgary to augment the services and supports we provide.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to give seniors the respect they deserve and make it great to be a senior in Calgary.
Our Vision
Silvera will be a leading advocate and caring provider of affordable homes and services for seniors to live in place with dignity.
Our Values
Service Respect Teamwork Safety Creating Homes Making a Difference
Join us!
Do you want to be a voice for seniors in Calgary? Do you want to help build communities that support independence, dignity and aging in community? Do you want to be part of a best-in-class results-based organization?
Silvera for Seniors is an exciting, dynamic organization, consistently growing and changing. We’ve been excelling in this industry in Calgary for over 50 years and are always looking for talented individuals to join our inspiring team!
Our employees make a difference in the Silvera story and in the unique stories of each of our 1,500 residents. Our team works as leading advocates and caring providers of affordable homes and services for lower-income seniors.
We believe in a diverse workforce, career advancement, employee recognition and offering competitive salary and benefits package. We are committed to ongoing training and support for all employees, which helps them to create their careers and excel in providing professional and superior service to our residents.
We also believe in fostering positive relationships with employees, residents and families, all levels of government and all our service providers.
Benefits of working with Silvera
Silvera recognizes skills and experience, and it facilitates a work/life balance by providing:
o Comprehensive benefits plan, with matching pension savings plans o Flexible work schedule and lieu time o Career growth opportunities o Employee recognition programs and events o Strong health and wellness culture. o Work skills training throughout the year
For further information about Silver for Seniors, we encourage you to visit our website at www.silvera.ca
Life, Learning and Leisure Lead-Bridgeland Calgary Alberta, CAN View Job
About the role
Life, Learning and Leisure Lead-Bridgeland
Calgary
Overview
The Life, Learning & Leisure (LLL) Bridgeland Lead provides visionary leadership to advance Silvera’s approach to resident wellness, active aging, and aging in place through the lens of recreation therapy. Working collaboratively with the LLL team in Bridgeland, this role is responsible for designing, piloting, evaluating, and scaling evidence-based wellness and engagement programs that support seniors in living vibrant, meaningful lives. Grounded in the principles and scope of practice for recreation therapy, the Lead ensures that all LLL programs are responsive to resident needs, reduce participation barriers, and promote optimal physical, cognitive, emotional, and social health. This role champions co-creation with residents, fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, and positions Silvera as a sector leader in holistic, person-centered wellness.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Bridgeland Campus LLL team to design and facilitate a Life, Learning & Leisure program rooted in the six dimensions of wellness and integrating therapeutic recreation practices (e.g., Leisure Ability, Health Protection/Promotion, Health, and Well-Being models).
Conduct and/or oversee resident assessments to identify interests, abilities, barriers, and wellness goals, particularly for residents requiring additional supports, with the goal of reducing isolation and increasing resident engagement and satisfaction.
Develop individualized and group program plans that incorporate evidence-based interventions to enhance cognitive health, physical activity, and social inclusion.
Modify activities and programs to ensure accessibility for residents with diverse needs, using adaptive techniques, assistive devices, and environmental modifications.
Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers residents to participate meaningfully in community life.
Champion and encourage resident-led initiatives, supporting skill development, leadership, and shared ownership of programs.
Engage and coordinate volunteers and external facilitators to broaden and enrich program offerings.
Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, academic institutions, and sector leaders to integrate new research, resources, and innovative practices.
Implement and maintain risk management protocols, including safety assessments, consent processes, and emergency preparedness for all programs.
Develop and apply evaluation methods to measure individual progress, program impact, and quality of life indicators, using findings to guide continuous improvement.
Analyze trends in aging, recreation therapy, and wellness to recommend program enhancements and service innovations.
Prepare and submit monthly narrative and statistical reports to support strategic and operational decision-making.
Directs and organizes such activities to assist residents develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in group activities.
Regulates content of program in accordance with residents’ capabilities, needs, and interests.
May supervise and conduct in-service training of other staff members, review their assessments and program goals, and consult with them on specific residents.
May train groups of volunteers and students in techniques of recreation therapy.
May serve as consultant to employers, educational institutions, and community health programs.
May work in team with other professional personnel, such as those engaged in social work, nursing, and/or recreation therapy, to ensure recreation is well balanced, coordinated, and integrated with special service.
Qualifications
Demonstrates passion for and experience working with older adults.
Post-secondary education in recreation/leisure/gerontology is highly preferred; with a minimum three to five years of related industry experience, ideally working with seniors. A combination of industry related experience and/or education may be considered.
Certification in recreational therapy would be highly beneficial.
Experience in designing, adapting, and delivering programs with measurable results.
Demonstrates creativity, innovation, enthusiasm, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
Willingness to grow, learn, challenge and be challenged within a learning environment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt to changing conditions is essential.
Previous experience in coaching, coordinating, and supporting volunteers is an asset.
Strong customer service orientation with demonstrated oral, written and presentation skills.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically with Word, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook.
Must have WHMIS, Food Safety and Pro-serve, or willingness to obtain.
Class 4 Drivers License and clean drivers abstract.
Employment Level
Full-time
Work Conditions
Must have valid drivers’ license and access to a reliable vehicle, as occasional travel is required.
Work within different environments, both within a primary location as well as alternate locations.
Be flexible and able to respond to a variety of changing duties and work routines, on occasion work under somewhat stressful situations.
HOURS OF WORK
Scheduled hours will include a variety of day shifts from Monday through Sunday, with availability to flex into evening and/or weekend shifts to meet program demands.
*Please ensure that all pop-up blockers are turned off when submitting your application.*
About Silvera For Seniors
See Yourself in Our Story
About Silvera for Seniors
Silvera is Calgary's leading non-profit provider of affordable housing and services for people 65+. For more than 50 years, Silvera for Seniors has provided safe, affordable housing for 1,500 lower-income Calgary seniors from all walks of life. We are Calgary’s largest provider of affordable seniors’ housing, the second largest in Alberta.
Our 25 communities are located in all four quadrants of the city. They offer independent living with a range of housing and support options for lower-income people in the “silver era” of their lives. We recognize that all people are individuals, and we work to create vibrant communities that residents can call home. We work with partners across Calgary to augment the services and supports we provide.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to give seniors the respect they deserve and make it great to be a senior in Calgary.
Our Vision
Silvera will be a leading advocate and caring provider of affordable homes and services for seniors to live in place with dignity.
Our Values
Service Respect Teamwork Safety Creating Homes Making a Difference
Join us!
Do you want to be a voice for seniors in Calgary? Do you want to help build communities that support independence, dignity and aging in community? Do you want to be part of a best-in-class results-based organization?
Silvera for Seniors is an exciting, dynamic organization, consistently growing and changing. We’ve been excelling in this industry in Calgary for over 50 years and are always looking for talented individuals to join our inspiring team!
Our employees make a difference in the Silvera story and in the unique stories of each of our 1,500 residents. Our team works as leading advocates and caring providers of affordable homes and services for lower-income seniors.
We believe in a diverse workforce, career advancement, employee recognition and offering competitive salary and benefits package. We are committed to ongoing training and support for all employees, which helps them to create their careers and excel in providing professional and superior service to our residents.
We also believe in fostering positive relationships with employees, residents and families, all levels of government and all our service providers.
Benefits of working with Silvera
Silvera recognizes skills and experience, and it facilitates a work/life balance by providing:
o Comprehensive benefits plan, with matching pension savings plans o Flexible work schedule and lieu time o Career growth opportunities o Employee recognition programs and events o Strong health and wellness culture. o Work skills training throughout the year
For further information about Silver for Seniors, we encourage you to visit our website at www.silvera.ca