Activity Coordinator

Job summary

The Activity Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading diverse programs to enhance the well-being of senior residents. They also manage activity budgets, maintain participation records, and ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all residents.

Job details

Activity Coordinator Job Description Position Title: Activity Coordinator Organization: Rocky View Foundation (RVF) Location: Rocky View Lodge (Crossfield) Reports to: Lodge Manager Employment Type: Full-Time Organization Overview: Rocky View Foundation is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider dedicated to improving the quality of life for low and moderate-income individuals and families. Our mission is to develop, manage, and maintain affordable housing solutions that support sustainable communities. RVF Core Values: Collaboration Authenticity Resourceful Engaged Position Summary: The Activity Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading a variety of activities and programs designed to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of senior residents. The coordinator ensures that activities are engaging, inclusive, and tailored to the interests and abilities of the residents. Key Responsibilities: 1. Activity Planning and Implementation: * Develop a monthly calendar of activities, events, and outings. * Plan and organize recreational, educational, and social activities. * Ensure activities are varied and cater to different interests and abilities. * Adjust activities to accommodate residents with special needs or preferences. 2. Resident Engagement: * Encourage resident participation in activities. * Assess resident interests and feedback to improve the program continually. * Foster a positive and inclusive environment. * Create opportunities for residents to socialize and build community. 2. Coordination and Communication: * Collaborate with other staff members to ensure smooth execution of activities. * Communicate activity schedules to the lodge manager, residents, families, and staff. * Coordinate with external vendors and volunteers as needed. 3. Documentation and Reporting: * Maintain accurate records of resident participation and activity outcomes. * Prepare reports on activity program effectiveness and resident engagement. * Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies. 4. Health and Safety: * Ensure activities are conducted in a safe manner. * Monitor residents during activities to ensure their well-being. * Be prepared to handle emergencies and provide first aid if necessary. 5. Budget Management: * Manage the budget allocated for activities and events. * Source and purchase necessary materials and supplies. Qualifications: * Education: * High school diploma or equivalent required. * Degree or certification in recreation, gerontology, social work, or related field preferred. * Experience: * Previous experience in activity planning or a similar role, preferably in a senior living or healthcare setting. * Experience working with seniors or individuals with special needs is highly desirable.

What you’ll do

The Activity Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading diverse programs to enhance the well-being of senior residents. They also manage activity budgets, maintain participation records, and ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all residents.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, while a degree or certification in recreation, gerontology, or social work is preferred. Candidates should have previous experience in activity planning, ideally within a senior living or healthcare setting.

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Activity planning
• Event coordination
• Resident engagement
• Budget management
• Communication
• First aid
• Health and safety compliance
• Documentation
• Reporting
• Gerontology
• Social work
• Recreation programming
• Report Writing
• Budget Management
• Resourcefulness
• Community Sustainability
• Planning
• First Aid
• Social Work
• Senior Living
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Sports & Recreation
• Activities Coordinator
• Recreational Therapist
• Health Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Recreational Therapists

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