Activities Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Orleans, Canada Symphony Senior Living Full time

**Overview**

Symphony Senior Living's is a family company operating four locations in Ottawa, Canada. We provide private pay services to residents in our beautiful communities, from independent living, through to end of life. We are the true alternative to a Long-Term Care facility - to that end we are NOT a medical institution we are the HOME to many seniors of many levels of ability.

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated leader to join our team as Activities Coordinator in our Symphony Orleans community. Symphony Orleans serves seniors who are independent as well as those needing assisted living. The Activities Coordinator plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents in our communities. You should be interested in this position if you love building teams, working with people, and find connecting and serving seniors rewarding

**Job Summary**
The Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing engaging and meaningful activities for residents. This role is essential in enhancing the quality of life for residents by promoting social interaction, physical activity, and mental stimulation. The Activities Coordinator will work closely with staff, residents, and their families to create a vibrant community atmosphere that caters to the diverse needs of individuals, including those with disabilities and dementia.

**Duties**
- Develop and implement a comprehensive activities program that meets the interests and needs of residents in assisted living home settings.
- Coordinate and oversee daily activities, ensuring they are conducted safely and effectively.
- Foster an environment that encourages resident participation and socialization through various recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities.
- Collaborate with caregiving staff to assess residents' individual needs and preferences for tailored activity planning.
- Communicate regularly with residents, families, and staff to gather feedback on programs and make necessary adjustments.
- Maintain accurate records of participation in activities and evaluate the effectiveness of programs.
- Organize special events, outings, and celebrations to enhance community engagement.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices in all activities.

**Skills**
- Experience in senior care settings such as nursing homes or assisted living facilities is preferred.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with residents, families, and staff members.
- Knowledge of caregiving practices, particularly for individuals with disabilities or dementia care needs.
- Ability to plan engaging activities that cater to a diverse population while promoting physical and mental well-being.
- Creative thinking skills to develop innovative programs that stimulate interest among residents.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple activities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Compassionate approach towards working with seniors, demonstrating patience and understanding.

**Requirements**:

- Organizational skills and ability to coordinate activities across disciplines (including Wellness, Sales, Dining, etc.)
- Basic knowledge and understanding of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias and a desire to serve residents and families
- Ability to work within an environment that supports the goals and embraces the practices set forth in the Community
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office, Excel and Word. As well as social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
- Strong communication skills in English, verbal and written.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

**In Addition**
- Symphony is an equal opportunity employer
- This position is _a Non-Union _position
- You must pass a Vulnerable sector background check
- You must be able to work with dogs, cats and other animals
- Due to our high level of residents with dementia; your tattoos and piercings must either remained covered by clothing or are discrete. Any other external body decoration, including hair, must not be frightening to a frail senior with dementia.
- You must be legally allowed to work in Canada
- You must be in good physical health as this job requires lifting, sitting, standing and walking.
- Must have a valid Ontario drivers license.
- Must have or willing to obtain an F class Ontario drivers license.
- Must have availability to work weekends rotations

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Orleans, ON K1C 6E8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Activity Director: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

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