17 Oct
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Luther Care Communities
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Saskatchewan
17 Oct
Luther Care Communities
Saskatchewan
Since 1955, LutherCare Communities has been a leader in providing programs, services, and housing to residents across Saskatchewan with the highest quality of care and support. Our team members provide caring services to residents and clients throughout Saskatchewan in our Seniors Independent Living Communities, Intermediate Care Homes, Long-Term Care, Group Homes for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, and programs like the Seniors Day Program and the Luther Seniors Centre.LutherCare Communities is proud to offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of all entrusted to our care. These services are fully accredited to meet our commitment to excellence.
VISION A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living for those we serve.
MISSION Our mission is to provide excellence in care, shelter, and support in a caring Christian environment for all entrusted to our care.
VALUES Compassionate Care, Excellence in Serving, Inclusion & Belonging, Integrity.
PRIMARY FOCUS The Activity Coordinator is a key member of the Housing division in LutherCare Communities (LCC), partnering with other LCC leaders to achieve the organizational priorities and goals. Reporting to the Housing Manager (the Manager), the Activity Coordinator supports strategy by contributing to the development and execution of divisional plans, including cascading, monitoring, reporting, and course correction. The Activity Coordinator demonstrates divisional expertise to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a resident-first culture. The Activity Coordinator works within the division and cross-functionally to support operations in the organization.
POSITION FUNCTIONS Engage residents to determine recreation planning for the site
Assist residents to fulfill their education,
social and recreational needs and to organize and carry out activities that attract new residents
Ensure the safety of residents and respond in accordance with established polices and guidelines
Accommodate residents’ personal choices and treat residents with empathy, dignity, and respect
Encourage self-awareness, exploration and reflection
Monitor and observe resident behavior
Modify activities to suit a variety of resident skill levels
Develop creative and inventive programs with limited resources
Build an open, honest and positive culture that facilitates learning, creativity and excellence in program and service delivery
Utilize positive approaches and other techniques as appropriate to ensure those who have high and/or complex needs can continue safe access to the programs and services
Provide Input and manage activity budget
Prepare and implement annual events and activities plan
Coordinate a monthly newsletter for residents, communicating activities, educational topics, resident news, humor, spiritual teachings
Inform the Care Team of those residents you come into contact with that present any health related concerns or may need additional resources
Attend Resident Association meetings as required
Liaise with outside agencies to provide programs suitable for residents
Adapts to change and seeks out opportunities for quality improvement
Complete research for best practice and trends within recreation
Coordinate,
recruit and evaluate a robust team of volunteers
Negotiate and liaise with third-party service providers for recreational activities
Collect, analyze, and trend metrics and reports for the Manager
THE APPLICANT Applicants would typically qualify for this position with:
Post-secondary experience in a related discipline (ie: Therapeutic Recreation Diploma, Kinesiology Degree, etc.)
1+ years supporting the aging population or in activity planning
Experience working with First Nation and Metis Communities
Experience in a health-care sector would be considered an asset
Experience in a senior housing sector would be considered an asset
Excellent administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills
Proficient in word processing, and spreadsheets including Microsoft Word and Excel
Demonstrable knowledge of principles of Gerontology
Valid driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract
Willingness to operate the bus
WHAT WE OFFER Enhanced time off policies
Prioritization of work-life balance
Wellness in the workplace
Culture of internal advancement
Paid sick leave
Extended Health and Dental advantages
Group life and long-term disability benefits
Pension Plan
Employee and family assistance program
We believe in the power of diversity, and we're dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment at LutherCare Communities. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.
Applicants must provide a criminal background check prior to employment.
A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living for those we serve.
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📌 Activity Coordinator (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Luther Care Communities
📍 Saskatchewan