Taylor View Towers is a vibrant seniors’ living community in north-central Red Deer, serving over 300 residents through a person-directed care model rooted in the Eden Alternative philosophy. Our mission is to provide an enriching living experience by delivering compassionate care and fostering meaningful connections.

Key Responsibility Areas (% Range of Focus):

- Specializing in programming and responsible for planning and organizing, alongside the guidance of the Recreation Therapist.
- Overseeing recreational activities and events within a community, organization, or facility. The role involves designing a variety of engaging programs tailored to different age groups, interests, and abilities, ensuring they are both enjoyable and accessible.
- Plan and prepare monthly calendar, marketing and yearly schedule for events (shared with applicable of care partner) for planning purposes e.g. hospitality services
- Assist in the planning of menus for special occasions or themes.
- Monitors, orders and reports inventory of recreational supplies as per budget i.e.: crafts, bingo etc.
- Prepare monthly recreation reports as required.
- Write, edit and publish the monthly newsletter and calendar of events as required.
- Manages programs and ensures that Recreation Aides have the necessary equipment to execute them.

Qualifications:

- 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!

Summary Statement:
The Recreation Coordinator will assist in recreation programming at Taylor View Towers that promotes independence and variety for the residents.





Relationships:

- Reports to: Recreation Therapist Supervisor
- Internal Contacts: Residents, Family Members, Employee Care Partners
- External Contacts: Vendors

Recreation Programming: 30%-40%

Resident Support: 30%-40%

- Keeping the Resident’s preference and needs at the center of all decision conversations and actions, and that they are accurately captured in their care plan.
- Reports necessary changes regarding the Resident Care/Service Plan as per request of the Resident as it relates to recreational services.
- Collaborating with the care partner team to create a community where residents are safe, respected and comfortable.
- Understanding the domains of well-being and working with the team to bring them to daily life.

Administrative: 20%-30%

Training and Support: 5%

- Demonstrates delegated services to care partners as per accepted practice standards
- Under the guidance of the Recreation Therapists and in accordance with the preferences of the residents and our well-being strategies (community policy and procedure), local, provincial, and federal regulations.
- Actively participating in community learning circles, meetings, and events.
- Ensure care partners have required knowledge and resources to lead activities if required.
- Participate in ongoing educational programs.

Health & Safety: 10%-15%

- Follows and enforces the Emergency Management Plan, Infection Control protocol, WHMIS, and Health & Safety Wellness Strategies.
- Audits and identifies any health, safety,



or maintenance issues, and reports/documents as required.

Projects and Assignments:

- Performs a variety of other projects and assignments as required

Education

- Grade 12 Diploma or recognized equivalent is required
- A certificate or diploma in recreation is required, or a minimum of five years of experience in a similar role.

Experience

- Experience training in coordinating recreation programs and services. 1 year minimum.

Competencies (skills, abilities, knowledge):

- Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Service
- Oral / Written Communication – must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to effectively deal with difficult and/or crisis situations.

Health and Safety

- Demonstrates an awareness/knowledge of the importance of health and safety; accident and injury prevention; and adheres to safe work practices and procedures.

Working Conditions:

- The ability to move freely about, lift, or push up to 50 lbs., and frequent stooping, kneeling, reaching, bending, and standing.
- Work in stressful and potentially emotionally charged situations.

Job Status- This is a temporary part-time position for approximately four (4) months, with the possibility of becoming a permanent part time position.

This position is expected to demonstrate commitment to Taylor View Towers Values.

Why Join Our Community?

- 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!

📌 Recreation Activity Coordinator - Temporary Part Time (Canada)
🏢 Taylor View Towers
📍 Canada