Job Information

Reporting directly to the Day Program Coordinator and based in the Sahtu Dene Necha KQ, the Activity Coordinator is located in Norman Wells, NT. This position is responsible to plan, organize and implement culturally appropriate activities that promote socialization, diversity in recreational activity, physical mobility and healthy lifestyle events for this program. The overarching goal is to provide such services as social interaction, healthy living events, and respite services, to reduce isolation of Long-Term Care residents, Elders in the community, and to support families. This may include clients from across the five communities of the Sahtu while they are in Norman Wells as necessary. Community volunteerism roles are encouraged.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge, and / or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of the NWT Continuing Care standards, Home Care standards and NTHSSA Strategic Plans.
Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of the culture and traditions of Northern peoples in the Sahtu region.
Knowledge and understanding of Accreditation standards including two patient identifier, and transfer of information, and hand washing ROPs.
Knowledge and application of privacy and confidentiality practices and requirements.
Interpersonal and communication skills - both oral and written; ability to maintain clear communication with clients regarding mutual expectations.
Organizational and problem solving skills.
Ability to work with the elderly,



physically and mentally challenged client.
Ability to treat residents and others with respect; listens, understands and responds effectively to other people, supports and serves people in an effective, tactful manner.
Ability to generate ideas and identify new approaches to a task or activity.
Leadership skills: need to encourage clients to attend or join an activity and motivate them and keep them engaged.
Interpersonal skills and the ability to keep one¿s emotions under control.
Problem solving skills and the ability to consider relevant information that applies to the problem at hand.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems within the scope of the job.
Ability to operate a six-seat passenger van.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
One (1) year of direct work experience in programing for elders or persons with disability/functional impairments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The Activity Coordinator will be required to possess or acquire within a reasonable
timeframe:
Food Secure Certificate
First Aide, CPR and AED Certificate

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel View phone number on gov.nt.ca
Fax View phone number on gov.nt.ca
View email address on gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

📌 Activity Coordinator (Alberta)
🏢 The Government Of The Northwest Territories
📍 Alberta