Recreation Coordinator

Detailed Overview Reports to the Manager, Clinical Operations and works in collaboration with the Recreation Therapist in recreation program planning; implements and evaluates recreation/leisure program(s) designed to support residents’ health and well being in the care home setting. Supervises Recreation Assistants. Responsibilities In accordance with the recreation program, prepares a calendar of events, arranges outings and food preparation activities, and instructs participants in the techniques and any required adaptations of related activities to meet the needs of the resident. Determines the recreation/leisure program(s) which meet the resident's needs and abilities by reviewing the care plan, interviewing the /resident regarding their social/leisure history, and consulting with family, the Recreation Therapist, and nursing staff; identifies, evaluates, implements, and documents recreation/leisure goals and objectives based on individual interests and abilities. Consults Recreation Therapist to arrange comprehensive therapeutic recreation assessments and interventions of residents. Provides input and recommendations to the recreation program in close coordination with Recreation Therapist. Implements and evaluates recreation/leisure program(s) including activities such as crafts, music, woodworking, mental aerobics, exercises, and sensory stimulation to meet /residents’/’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs and interests; collaborates with the Recreation Therapist to develop the goals and objectives of the program. Supervises Recreation Assistants by performing duties such as scheduling and coordinating work assignments, evaluating employee performance and determining related training and orientation requirements. Coordinates inventory of equipment, tools and materials and makes purchase recommendations. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in resident care, team meetings, care conferences and program related issues. Monitors, evaluates, and documents resident progress within the recreation/leisure program(s) and reports observations such as emotional well being and social behaviour to nursing/Recreation Therapist/medical staff as required. Monitors program expenditures and provides input to the program budget. Maintains a safe environment for residents, families, volunteers and staff by following established emergency and safety practices and procedures; identifies problems related to resident safety and care standards and informs the Recreation Therapist or designate. Schedules work assignments of and provides direction to designated volunteers; contacts facility administration or volunteer services for additional volunteer resources as required. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education, Training & Experience Graduation from a recognized recreational program plus three years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to supervise. Ability to organize work. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor IMPORTANT: Recruitment scam warning Please be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. Please note that we will never ask for money or payment, nor ask you to download or install an app at any point during our recruitment process.