POSITION: Recreation Programmer

STATUS: Term-Full-Time (six months)

JOB PURPOSE:

• Organizing, delivering, evaluating and monitoring the implementation of programs based on present needs of individuals, groups and facility.
• Establishing and maintaining effective communication and documenting all relevant information with respect to resident's goals, participation and performance with the care team and family.
• Promoting and providing assistance to the social, spiritual and community programs.
• Advocating for the residents to ensure recreation programming needs are resident focused.
• Assisting in the development and distribution of the monthly Recreation calendar of events.
• Assisting with the resident dining process by assisting residents with meals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in Recreation (an acceptable combination of education and work experience may be considered).
• A "people person" who wants to make a difference in the lives of our residents and who is respectful of all people.
• Able to communicate in French and English (an asset).
• Experience in recreational programming in a Long-Term Care setting (an asset).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills and communication skills (oral and written).
• Demonstrated leadership skills, personal initiative, sound judgment, as well as the ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Proven ability to make timely decisions, multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Deadline for receiving applications: April 8, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

MUST PROVIDE A CLEAR VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK TO BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

To apply for this position, please send your cover letter, resume and references to: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Denise Comeau
Office Manager
Villa Acadienne
Ph: 902-645-2065