Recreation Activity Coordinator - Temporary Part Time

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Recreation Activity Coordinator - Temporary Part Time

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Taylor View Towers is a vibrant seniors’ living community in north-central Red Deer, serving over 300 residents through a person-directed care model rooted in the Eden Alternative philosophy. Our mission is to provide an enriching living experience by delivering compassionate care and fostering meaningful connections.

Key Responsibility Areas (% Range of Focus):

• Specializing in programming and responsible

for planning and organizing, alongside the guidance of the Recreation
Therapist.

• Overseeing recreational

activities and events within a community, organization, or facility. The
role involves designing a variety of engaging programs tailored to
different age groups, interests, and abilities, ensuring they are both
enjoyable and accessible.

• Plan and prepare monthly

calendar, marketing and yearly schedule for events (shared with applicable
of care partner) for planning purposes e.g. hospitality services

• Assist

in the planning of menus for special occasions or themes.

• Monitors, orders and reports inventory

of recreational supplies as per budget i.e.: crafts, bingo etc.

• Prepare

monthly recreation reports as required.

• Write,

edit and publish the monthly newsletter and calendar of events as required.

• Manages programs and ensures that

Recreation Aides have the necessary equipment to execute them.

Qualifications:

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity for personal and

professional growth

• We provide an approach to care that

supports the WHOLE person, that upholds their right to a life full of
purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility *Read more about our
philosophy https://www.edenalt.org

• Looking for a happy corporate culture!

The term staff is not used here, we are Employee Care Partners!

Summary Statement: The Recreation Coordinator
will assist in recreation programming at Taylor View Towers that promotes independence
and variety for the residents.
Relationships:

• Reports to: Recreation

Therapist Supervisor

• Internal Contacts:

Residents, Family Members, Employee Care Partners

• External Contacts: Vendors

Recreation Programming: 30%-40% Resident Support: 30%-40%·
Keeping
the Resident’s preference and needs at the center of all decision conversations
and actions, and that they are accurately captured in their care plan.
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Reports
necessary changes regarding the Resident Care/Service Plan as per request of
the Resident as it relates to recreational services.
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Collaborating
with the care partner team to create a community where residents are safe,
respected and comfortable.
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Understanding
the domains of well-being and working with the team to bring them to daily
life.

Administrative: 20%-30% Training and Support: 5%·
Demonstrates
delegated services to care partners as per accepted practice standards
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Under the guidance of the Recreation Therapists and in
accordance with the preferences of the residents and our well-being strategies (community
policy and procedure), local, provincial, and federal regulations.
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Actively participating in community learning circles, meetings,
and events.
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Ensure care partners have required knowledge and resources
to lead activities if required.
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Participate in ongoing educational programs.

Health & Safety: 10%-15%·
Follows
and enforces the Emergency Management Plan, Infection Control protocol, WHMIS,
and Health & Safety Wellness Strategies.
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Audits
and identifies any health, safety, or maintenance issues, and reports/documents
as required.

Projects and Assignments:·
Performs
a variety of other projects and assignments as required

Education·
Grade 12 Diploma or recognized
equivalent is required
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A certificate or diploma in recreation is required, or a minimum of five years of experience in a similar role.
Experience·
Experience training in coordinating recreation programs and
services. 1 year minimum.

Competencies (skills, abilities, knowledge):·
Interpersonal
Skills
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Customer
Service
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Oral /
Written Communication – must be able to read, write and speak fluently in
English.
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Teamwork
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Attention
to detail and accuracy
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Ability
to effectively deal with difficult and/or crisis situations.

Health and Safety
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Demonstrates
an awareness/knowledge of the importance of health and safety; accident and
injury prevention; and adheres to safe work practices and procedures.

Working Conditions:
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The
ability to move freely about, lift, or push up to 50 lbs., and frequent stooping,
kneeling, reaching, bending, and standing.
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Work in
stressful and potentially emotionally charged situations.
Job Status-This is a temporary part-time position for approximately four (4) months, with the possibility of becoming a permanent part-time position.

This position is expected to demonstrate commitment to Taylor View Towers Values. Why Join Our
Community?

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth
• We provide an approach to care that supports the WHOLE person, that upholds their right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility *Read more about our philosophy https://www.edenalt.org
• Looking for a happy corporate culture! The term staff is not used here, we are Employee Care Partners!

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