NOW HIRING RECREATION COORDINATOR – CASUAL

Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences for older adults? Do you thrive on building connections, encouraging participation, and helping people live life to the fullest? The Cove is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to develop and lead engaging programs that enrich the lives of our residents and support a vibrant, person-centred community.

As a key member of our Therapeutic Services team, you will create opportunities for residents to stay active, connected, and engaged through recreation, leisure, special events, and community involvement. Your work will have a direct impact on residents' physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being while helping them maintain dignity, purpose, and quality of life.

Expected Schedule: 16 to 20 hours per week, including shifts every Saturday and Sunday, plus 1 to 2 weekday shifts each week.

What You'll Do

· Plan, implement, and evaluate recreation and leisure programs tailored to residents’ interests, abilities, and needs.

· Facilitate group activities, one-to-one engagement opportunities, outings, celebrations, and special events.

· Complete recreation assessments and contribute to individualized care plans.

· Monitor resident participation and adapt programming to promote meaningful engagement.

· Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nursing, and other departments.

· Support resident transitions and foster an inclusive, welcoming environment.

· Assist with recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers.

· Maintain recreation equipment, supplies, and activity spaces.

· Ensure resident safety and adhere to infection prevention, safety, and documentation standards.

· Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and team members.

What We're Looking For





· Diploma in Therapeutic Recreation.

· Minimum two years of experience working with older adults or geriatric populations.

· Knowledge of recreation programming, leisure services, and community resources.

· Understanding of gerontology is considered an asset.

· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

· Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

· A positive attitude, strong initiative, and commitment to resident-centred care.

· Demonstrated reliability and consistent attendance.

Employment Requirements

· Recent and satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.

· Successful completion of a pre-employment functional assessment conducted by a qualified Physiotherapist.

Why Join The Cove?

At The Cove, recreation is about more than activities. It's about creating moments of joy, connection, purpose, and belonging. You'll join a compassionate team dedicated to enriching the lives of residents while fostering a warm and engaging community workplace.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every day, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of The Cove team.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and completed Cove Guest Home Employment Application Form as email attachments to Jessica MacDonald, Human Resources Manager, at [email protected].

The Cove Guest Home Application for Employment Form is found on our website: www.coveguesthome.come/careers.

Please note that incomplete applications will automatically be disqualified. Applications will only be accepted by email. Although we thank all applicants for their interest, we will only contact those we wish to interview. Posting will remain open until filled.

Pay: $22.60-$25.89 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits

- Employee assistance program

Work Location: In person

📌 Recreation Coordinator - Casual (Sydney)
🏢 Cove Guest Home
📍 Sydney