Position Summary
The Recreation Coordinator plays an key role in creating a welcoming, engaging, and person-directed environment for elders living in our community. This role focuses on enhancing quality of life by supporting meaningful activities, fostering relationships, and promoting independence, dignity, and choice for all elders.

The successful candidate will help create a vibrant neighborhood atmosphere where elders, staff, families, volunteers, and the broader community feel connected and valued. This position requires compassion, creativity, teamwork, and a commitment to person-directed care.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Studies, Recreation Facilitator for Older Adults Program or equivalent education/training preferred

Experience in senior care or long-term care is considered an asset

Strong computer and technology skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Additional language skills are considered an asset

Ability to build positive relationships with elders, families, staff, volunteers, and the public

Adaptable and comfortable working in a progressive, change-oriented environment

Strong organizational and independent working skills

Interest in person-directed care and continuous learning

Ability to meet the physical, emotional, and psychological demands of the role

Key Responsibilities
Elder Engagement & Programming

Plan, organize, coordinate, and facilitate meaningful recreational and social programs for elders

Support activities in cottages, villages, small groups, large groups,



and special events

Develop monthly activity calendars and daily programming plans with elder input

Complete elder assessments and assist with establishing goals and interventions

Maintain accurate documentation including assessments, attendance, care plans, progress notes, and reviews using Welbi and Yardi platforms

Purchase supplies, decorate activity spaces, set up and clean up programs and events

Encourage elder participation and provide options based on individual preferences and choices

Support opportunities for elders to connect with animals, plants, children, volunteers, and the broader community

Assist elders with the care of animals and plants as part of programming when applicable

Support elders to spend time outdoors daily when desired

Leadership & Teamwork

Work collaboratively with the Life Enrichment Director and team members to support a strong and positive work workplace

Participate in neighbourhood meetings and respond to elder feedback and concerns

Contribute to departmental planning, policies, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives

Participate in committees, meetings, educational sessions, and team huddles





Mentor and support new and visiting staff members

Promote teamwork, wellness, and ongoing professional development

Safety & Compliance

Follow all safety procedures, infection control measures, and organizational policies

Maintain clean, safe, and organized workspaces

Report elder or staff safety concerns immediately

Practice safe use of equipment and chemicals

Participate in required safety education and emergency preparedness training

Protect the confidentiality and privacy of elders and staff in accordance with PHIA and organizational standards

Schedule & Availability

Flexibility to work day and evening shifts required. Working one Saturday per month is mandatory.

Additional duties may be assigned within the scope of the position

Why Join Our Team?
We are committed to creating a community where elders experience purpose, companionship, and joy every day. Our team values compassion, collaboration, creativity, and person-directed care in everything we do.

We not only offer competitive wages but a well balanced benefits package that includes generous vacation, personal time, health, medical and dental benefits along with employee assistance program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates from various backgrounds to come and work with us. We are committed to providing accommodation during the entire hiring process and request for as such, will be responded to in a timely manner.

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📌 Recreation Coordinator - Bergen Gardens (Manitoba)
🏢 Bergen Gardens
📍 Manitoba