Activity Coordinator

Job Summary: The purpose of this position is to enable all Residents to achieve quality of life and optimal health through meaningful participation in recreation and leisure. The Activity Coordinator plans, develops, implements, and facilitates recreational, social, and educational activities for the Residents of Sherwood House.. The Activity Coordinator liaises with Sherwood in-house staff, community organizations and entertainers and Head Office. Reports To: General Manager, Sherwood House Key Duties and Responsibilities: - Oversees planning for traditional celebrations, e.g. Christmas, liaising with Housekeeping, Food Services and Front Desk as applicable. - Plans and communicates events to Residents and Staff using various forms of communication, e.g. Weekly Activity Calendar, Posters, over-head announcements. - Introduces themselves to new Residents and endeavors to know their recreation and leisure interests. - Receives feedback from Residents and takes suitable action. - Manages department budget and submits expenses to General Manager. - Knowledgeable and able to respond to building and Resident emergencies. - May work outside of normal working hours and/or outside Sherwood House depending on the type of activities scheduled. Qualifications: - Education or equivalent experience in Therapeutic Recreation. Preference is given to candidates with University Therapeutic Recreation education. - Minimum three years creating and facilitating leisure and recreation activities/events with older adults. - Ability to build and establish positive and strong relationships with the residents and their families, with staff, guests, and management. - Ability to communicate effectively with Residents, families, in-house staff, and Head Office. - Ability to work independently. - Ability to read, write and speak English fluently This is a part time position of 24 hours per week, with some flexibility. Renumeration is as per BCGEU collective agreement. Thank you in advance for your application, but only those shortlisted will be contacted for the interview process.