We want you to join our team! A place you can hang your hat and call home. We value the power of diversity and inclusion! Connecting Care is a merging of service groups into one cohesive company. Our mission is to build and operate person-directed communities by providing care and hospitality for seniors.
The Opportunity:
The Recreation Coordinator role will be serving the community of Care Human Services in Grimshaw, Alberta. The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for ensuring top resident care is priority, with an elevated level of focus in time management. We are looking for a caring professional, with strong leadership skills to guide our dynamic team who provide hospitality and wellness services within our supportive living community.
We are interested in candidates seeking:
Full - Time Temporary Days Mon - Fri and some weekends
Skills and competencies that will take you further:
- Provides care in a manner that demonstrates the principles of appropriate choice, dignity, privacy, independence, and individuality in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
- Supports the Resident's lifestyle in their Community environment in accordance with the Resident's individualized Care Plan as authorized by Homecare
- Using the available resources, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for delegating, coordinating, and evaluating the delivery of recreational services based on the Resident Care Plan & Service Plan
- Oversee the planning, implementation, and coordination of recreation services & programs.
- Supervises/manages/directs the activities of the Recreation Team and facilitates effective two-way communication with all parties involved in care.
- Apply the concern resolution process in a timely manner as required.
- Respond to concerns/ issues and conduct appropriate incident investigations as they relate to care/services within the Community.
- Follows and enforces the Emergency Management Plan, Infection Control protocol, WHMIS, and Health & Safety Wellness Strategies.
- Responsible for audits and reports, providing and evaluating the delivery of recreational services based on the Resident Care Plan & Service Plan
- Supports the residents in identifying personal leisure barriers
- Follows the Emergency Management Plan, Infection Control protocol, WHMIS, and Health & Safety
- Assisting with daily life and duties within the Community
- Participates in projects and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain appropriate levels of certification
- Someone who embodies patient leadership skills, while exemplifying team player behavioristics
- Professional motivator, coach, and mentor
Foundational knowledge and experience to grow from:
- Grade 12 Diploma or recognized equivalent is required. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.
- Diploma in Recreation, Leisure Studies, or Recreation Administration is preferred.
- Must hold valid certification in First Aid and CPR
- Obtain prior to employment, a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector check
- Experience working with seniors is preferred
- Experience supporting recreation programs is preferred
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunity for personal and professional growth
- We provide an approach to care that supports the WHOLE person, that upholds their right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility.
*Read more about our philosophy https://www.edenalt.org/
- Looking for a happy corporate culture! The term staff is not used here, we are Employee Care Partners!
Thank you for applying. Please note only successful candidates will be contacted.