Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-going contributions to the structuring and development of recreational department goals.
• Welcome and orientate new residents to the facility. Introduce residents to recreation program and facilitates introduction into social groups.
• Maintains records of resident participation rate and individual responses to the programs offered.
• Supports in program and calendar planning for both Independent and Supportive living residents
• Considers and applies program adaptations to ensure equal access for all people who would like, and/or would benefit, from the recreation program(s) offered. This may involve extensive collaboration with the Recreation Therapist.
• With minimal-to-moderate Recreation Therapist assistance, the Recreation Coordinator develops, promotes, implements and evaluates a variety of recreation and leisure programs based on the 7 areas of wellness – physical, social, cognitive, spiritual, emotional, environmental and creative/occupational.
• Engages in all areas of recreation programming including, but not limited to: set – up, take down, volunteer recruitment, implementation, charting (if appropriate) and participation tracking.
• Collaborates with committees to provide guidance and assistance with resident – led activities.
• Works with committees to develop and distribute monthly newsletter and activity calendars to residents.
• Practices safety consciousness with the residents and maintains a reasonably safe environment for the residents.
• Complies with safety regulations and policies
• In coordination with the Recreation Therapist, the Recreation Coordinator identifies and orders appropriate program supplies and equipment.
• Engages in one-to-one visitations, particularly when a resident is unable or unwilling to attend programs.
• Facilitates the provision of information and education on special topics of interest to residents and/or families

Minimum Educational/Experience Requirements

• Some Post-secondary education required
• Diploma/Degree in Recreation studies or adapted Physical Education preferred
• In lieu of education, extensive work experience with seniors may be considered
• Experience with seniors and/or people with disabilities required
• Minimum of 1 year working in the area of recreation/activity programming
• First Aid and CPR Certificate an Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task
• Exceptional time management skills, ability to prioritize
• Good judgment and ability to exercise discretion
• Motivated, creative and willing to take calculated risks
• Ability to self-initiate and also work well as a team member
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Compassionate, courteous and respectful
• Excellent observational skills and ability to determine urgency or reportable incidents

Personal Requirements

• Maintain a professional, but functional, appearance in dress and grooming
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and personal hygiene

Special Requirements

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check
• Involves extensive standing, walking, bending and lifting (up to 10kg is often required) – dress should reflect this
• Requires the ability to critically assess the needs and abilities of the residents

Disclaimer

• This job description indicates representative responsibilities and specifications of the position only and should not be considered to necessarily represent all responsibilities and specifications of the position. The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned, which are not specified in this description. A review and update of this job description will take place at the yearly performance review.