Lead dementia-inclusive recreation programs with the Alzheimer Society across Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland and Haliburton. Coordinate in-home visits, group activities and volunteer matching.This contract Social Recreation Facilitator position offers 35 hours weekly for up to one year. You will support Minds in Motion®, Young Onset Day Service, Sole Mates Walking Club and other social programs. The work serves people living with dementia and their care partners through person-centred recreation.Key Responsibilities:Lead and improve the in-home recreation program across underserved areasAssess participants and match volunteers according to interests and needsCoordinate schedules and maintain supportive communication with familiesFacilitate dementia-inclusive social,



physical and cognitive programsMaintain confidential records and support community partnershipsRequirements:Post-secondary education in recreation, social work, gerontology or related servicesTwo years' experience working with older adults or complex needsTwo years' experience facilitating diverse groupsKnowledge of dementia and person-centred serviceValid First Aid/CPR, G licence and reliable insured vehicleBring recreation facilitation, dementia knowledge and organized volunteer coordination to meaningful programs across the Society's four-county service area.

📌 Dementia Recreation Program Facilitator (Madawaska Valley)
🏢 Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland & Haliburton
📍 Madawaska Valley