Recreation Coordinator

7 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Shannex Full time
If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex.

Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate _Great People_ who inspire meaningful connections while _Leading the Way to Better Living_.

We are searching for a
Recreation Coordinator to join our Caritas Residence team in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits


You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit.

As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement.

And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.


Additional benefits include:

  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
  • RRSP program (with employer matching) or pension plan [include what applies to the position you are posting for]
  • Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
  • Free onsite parking
  • Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
  • Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
  • Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

  • Collaborates with each resident and/or family to assess their engagement of meaningful activities in the six dimensions of wellness
  • Physical, Social, Intellectual, Vocational, Emotional, and Spiritual;
  • Assists each resident in achieving their goals to enhance their overall wellness and assist with defining strategies for achieving those goals;
  • Develops, analyzes, and reviews residentdirected individualized and communitywide programs;
  • Fosters partnerships with local businesses and community groups to facilitate program development;
  • Evaluates programming to ensure that the programs are meeting the residents' needs and expectations along with upholding the established expectations;
  • Multidepartment collaboration to plan for fullscope wellness programming for all service lines;
  • Develops and implements the process of orientation for each new resident to the recreation department, services offered and activities/amenities available to them;
  • Develops and implements special functions ensuring organization and cost efficiency.

About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

  • You have a diploma in recreation or a related discipline.
  • You have a passion for creative arts such as music therapy, art therapy, or artistic expression.
  • You are an energetic, compassionate person who enjoys working with the elderly and has experience in programming and planning for seniors in a recreational environment.
  • You have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong computer skills.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Proof of current, valid CPR and First Aid Certification, as well as a Safe Food Handler's Course, is required.
  • You can work flexible hours and shifts (including some weekends and evenings).
  • A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us


It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton.

For 35 years, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario.

Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and a home care division of team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.***- Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization.

Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated.

At Shannex, every team member belongs._

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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