RECREATION MANAGER

Job Description
RESIDENT PROGRAM MANAGERAt Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our recreation team, you will assume ultimate responsibility for providing high-quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.
This position is for our Extendicare, St. Paul Home, located in St. Paul, Alberta.
What you’ll be doing:Manages unionized and non-unionized contracted staffRecruits, provides orientation and maintains continuous learning opportunities Conducts staff investigations, performance management and return to work program; monitors attendance program; authorizes vacation and time off requests; approves overtime; processes payrollMaintains staff schedules; revises

job description
s and job routinesFacilitates and coordinates meetings and activities for Residents Council, H&S,Performs rotational weekend and holiday on-call manager dutiesParticipates on ITDC and divisional teams such as QI, BSO, RAI-MDS, infection control, palliative care, emergency preparedness, ethics, peer group, safety group and LTC accreditationManagement Co-chair of H&S Committee and responsible for overseeing on-line training of Extendicare’s 24-7 Safety program, including WHMIS and AODA of staffResident-Centered CareOversee the resident recreation admission and quarterly assessments in collaboration with residents, caregivers and ITDC meetingsCoordinates resident satisfaction surveysCollaborates with teams on rehabilitative, therapeutic and recreation program development including Montessori, Snoezelen, music, horticultural and art therapies, restorative mobility and ROM; recreational programs in 5 domains, including group and 1:1 (cultural and theme events, community outings and special celebrations including Celebration of Life Memorials)Coordination of equipment repairs and loansScheduling clinics with contracted service providers (dental, vison and hearing and adaptive apparel servicesCoordination of application process for accessibility transportationFinancial ManagementProcures regular Activation department and special program supplies such as entertainers, vendors, dietary department and external food purchases; decorations to meet operational budgets; assist with corporate contract tendering, process petty cash receipts and supplier invoicesResponsible for completing biweekly payroll for Activation StaffVolunteer ManagementRecruits and manages a diverse volunteer base and student placements from high schools, colleges and universities in activation, gerontology, recreation and leisure studies, social services and nursing; multi-faith groups; community associations,Build partnerships with community groups, St. John Ambulance Pet Therapy Program, Royal Canadian Legion, Veterans Affairs Canada, Girl Guides of Canada, recreation centres, libraries, Credit Valley Conservation, municipal/ provincial/federal governmentsNetworking with educational institutions, service groups, faith organizations, media and local businessesPresentations and fundraising initiatives to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s Society of Peel (Annual Coffee Break and Walk for Memories); Farley FoundationPlans and facilitates volunteer appreciation activities and recognitionComputer ProficiencyUtilizes the internet, Citrix, Publisher, Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for monthly activity calendars, posters, presentations, minutes, memos, newsletters, scheduling, booking appointments, emails, notices, bulletins, upload and update resident photos in databaseOperates documentation and training applications, including Activity Pro, Extendicare-based payroll software, Point Click Care and iTacitWhat you bring:Post-secondary degree or diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or related field, including social work from a university or community college requiredKnowledge of the concepts of Activation and Therapeutic Techniques, Restorative care, Gentle Persuasive Approach, Montessori-based programing and event planningMinimum one to two years management experience in Long-term CareExperience in planning, developing and evaluating effectiveness of group and one-one programming for a diverse population of cognitive and physically impaired aging adults using a resident-centered care approachWhat you’ll getContinuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunitiesOpportunities for advancement and career growth within the organizationA rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
Employee Family Assistance Program.
Robust benefits package.
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and livi