Competition # (2026-299-CC) Activationist (2026-299-CC)

Employment Type: Contract Hourly (March 31st, 2027), Bargaining Unit (1 Vacancy)

Work Hours: 14 hours/week, Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm

Work Setting: Onsite at 1080 Queen Street East

Salary: $29.53/hour

Application Deadline: August 05, 2026, by 11:59 pm

Who We Are
WoodGreen is a team of diverse and innovative change makers working together to make a difference in our communities.

A United Way Anchor Agency with a proven track record and an entrepreneurial mindset, we continuously seek to develop solutions to critical social needs while striving to become a Centre for Equity.

Visit www.

woodgreen.org to learn more about who we are and to review our Equity Statement (https://www.woodgreen.org/woodgreen-community-services-equity-statement) .

We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, representative of the communities we serve.

We encourage, and are pleased to consider, applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, women/women identifying, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who contribute towards promoting innovative ideas and solutions.

Program Overview – Seniors Community Services, Community Care
The Community Care Unit provides a holistic approach to care at home for seniors and caregivers who are vulnerable, at risk and/or marginalized.

The unit provides a wide range of programs such as Assisted Living Services, Social Work, Meals-on-Wheels, Adult Day programs, and transportation, which enable seniors to be as independent as possible in their homes.





The unit also provides a variety of socio-recreational/wellness programs, which enhance quality of life and promote the health of older adults.

What You Will Do

+ Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs and activities that encourage, maintain, and promote dignity and self-worth in clients.

+ Lead groups through a schedule of activities and maintain daily operations of the program.

+ Monitor programs to ensure that activities are being delivered according to the program goals and make adjustments according to needs, abilities, and interests of the clients.

+ Co-design and facilitate individualized program plans with clients and caregivers.

+ Ensure quality service standards are met in accordance with operational guidelines.

+ Motivate and encourage clients to participate in individual and group programs that address their physical and psycho-social needs as well as Activity of Daily Living Skills.

+ Provide support, information and education to clients and their primary caregivers.

+ Recognize and manage responsive behaviours and report escalations to Supervisor working with various skilled and resource persons to de-escalate issues.

+ Contribute to the community outreach activities of the program.

+ Monitor and attend to clients’ personal, safety,



and hygiene needs.

+ Conduct billing, data entry, documentation, statistics, meal orders and transportation arrangement for clients.

+ Escort and/or transport clients to and from the program and take steps to ensure pathways are clear from snow, etc.

What You Bring to the Team

+ 2 years college diploma in activation or gerontology.

+ 2 years of demonstrated experience designing and leading activities for frail and/or cognitively impaired adults

What Will Set You Apart

+ Fluent in verbal and written English.

+ Excellent communication skills in working with seniors.

+ Good knowledge and skills in leading group activities and providing personal care services.

+ Good knowledge and skills in behavioural management techniques.

+ Comfortable working with staff and clients from diverse background.

+ Strong computer skills in Window environment.

+ Second language(s) to serve the client group(s) considered a strong asset.

+ Training in CPR and First Aid is an asset.

WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment.

If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our People & Culture representatives at [email protected] of the accommodation measures required.

Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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📌 Activationist (2026 299 CC) (Toronto)
🏢 WoodGreen Community Services
📍 Toronto