Director Recreation and Volunteer Services

Position: Director Recreation and Volunteer Services

Department: Recreation Services

Responsible To: Chief Executive Officer

Position Summary:

Is responsible for the overall coordination and management of the Recreation Services Department. Services are delivered in keeping with the mission, vision and values of the Home and meet the appropriate safety standards for Long Term Care Facilities.

Core Competencies:

1. Accepts responsibilities for decisions made and for achieving the expectations of his/her role in the organization
2. Communicates effectively with residents, coworkers, managers, volunteers, families and members of the public
3. Displays attitudes in work performance that are in keeping with the mission and are resident focused
4. Works cooperatively and respectfully with others to further the values and mission of the organization
5. Participates in continuous quality improvement by seeking ways to improve resident care and service delivery
6. Demonstrates ability to adapt to change by taking responsibility for self learning, receptive to new ideas and willingness to try new methods and approaches
7. Demonstrates respect and caring for others by respecting others values and opinions, displaying compassion and empathy, protecting integrity and confidential

Responsibilities:

1. Promotes and maintains the safety of residents, staff and visitors as a strategic priority for the Home at all times
2. Assumes overall accountability and responsibility for Recreation Services Department
3. Supervision of Recreation Services employees and volunteers
4. Participates in the strategic planning process for the Home
5. Coordinates Recreation Services Department functions with other departments and services of the Home to promote and maintain harmonious relations with residents, staff, families, volunteers and members of the public
6. Utilizes continuous quality improvement principles and evidence based decision making processes to ensure delivery quality care and services for all residents
7. Complete Recreation and Leisure assessments on all residents
8. Plan and direct departmental operations to ensure resident safety at all times
9. Research and obtain information on costs and best practices for issues related to the Recreation Department
10. Participate in Union/Management discussions and negotiations as required
11. Prepare annual departmental budget in collaboration with Administrator
12. Analyze monthly departmental budget for variances and takes measures to improve variances
13. Knowledgeable of Infection Control practices of the Home
14. Purchase Capital Equipment for the Department/Home as required
15. Authorize all invoices for Recreation Services Department
16. Conduct regular inventory
17. Review and update Departmental policies and procedures, job descriptions and work routines as required
18. Interview, hire and orientate new employees
19. Complete employee performance development plans annually
20. Schedule department's working hours, personnel and work assignments to ensure quality resident care and service
21. Participate in Attendance Management Program
22. Plan and direct orientation and educational training for all recreation staff in consultation with Administrator for continuous self improvement of staff
23. Conduct regular departmental meetings
24. Participate on committee as required by the Administrator
25. Submit daily scheduled hours for bi-weekly payroll for all departmental employees
26. Provide on call for the Home as scheduled
27. Perform all preventative maintenance checks on resident bus
28. Maintain accurate records for vehicle compliance and bus inspections
29. Coordinate functions for Employee Reward and Recognition program
30. Act as liaison to the Friends of MacGillivray
31. Submit applications for all Federal and Provincial Grants
32. Perform other related duties as may be required by the Administrator
33. Work in accordance with respective collective agreements in the Home to promote good labor management relations

Qualifications:

• University Degree in Social Sciences / Recreation
• Current Membership with Nova Scotia Recreation Professionals in Health
• First Aid and CPR Training
• 3-5 Years Management Experience in Long Term Care or Health Care
• Supervisory Skills
• Demonstrated Computer Skills

Other Requirements:

• Good general health which allows for the ability to attend work on a regular basis and meet the physical demands of the position
• Good personal hygiene
• In accordance with the organization's Police Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to submit a Police Record Check Clearance and negative Vulnerable Sector check
• Valid Class 4 Driver's License

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be a highly motivated self starter
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a rapidly changing work environment
• Ability to adapt to changing workplace technologies and incorporate new learning into daily practices
• Ability to work as a team member

Accountability:

• To be knowledgeable and implement the Mission statement and core values of the Home
• To ensure strong fiscal management of the department
• To ensue safe departmental practices and delivery of safe services for all resident
• To be knowledgeable on pertinent polices of the Home
• To practice and promote occupational health and safety

Development Duties:

• Attend in-services, educational and training sessions for self development
• Attend compulsory fire safety orientation and WHMIS programs yearly