Coordinator, Adult Day Program

**POSITION TYPE**: Permanent, Full-time, Day, 60 hours / pay period, 0.8 FTE
**SALARY SCALE**: $67, 967 to $79, 961 annually
**CLOSING DATE**: 2025 - 07- 16*

**Why should I join Bruyère Health?**

**At Bruyère Health, we're much more than a health organization; we're a true community built on respect, compassion, accountability, collaboration, and learning. If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to be part of something bigger than yourself, join us. Come and work at Bruyère Health, where compassion and innovation meet to make each life better.**

**Join Our Team at Bruyère Health Village**

At Bruyère Health Village, we are more than just a workplace - we are a thriving, non-profit community dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our tenants. Located along the picturesque Ottawa River in Orléans, Bruyère Health Village offers a unique blend of independent living and supportive services for eligible seniors, helping them maintain their independence within the comfort of their own homes.

Our vibrant community features 227 apartments designed to promote autonomy and well-being, with access to a variety of amenities and services that encourage a healthy, active, and engaged lifestyle. In addition, our Adult Day Program (ADP) provides a welcoming space where eligible participants can engage in meaningful activities, social connections, and receive personalized care in a supportive environment - while giving their caregivers much-needed respite and peace of mind.

As a bilingual community, we pride ourselves on offering services in both English and French, ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all. Our person-centered approach focuses on meeting the diverse needs of our tenants, fostering a sense of belonging and community.

By joining the Bruyère Health Village team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our tenants. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued, and professional growth is encouraged. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that truly cares, Bruyère Health Village is the place for you

**What is in it for me?**
- Competitive benefits program
- Defined benefit pension plan (when applicable)
- Wellness program and on-site gyms
- Employee perks program
- Mental health support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Free parking and accessible by public transportation
- Surrounded by bike/walking paths and located near stores and the East end shopping center
- Comfortable lounge spaces with free WIFI
- Professional development and learning opportunities including annual full day face to face education sessions
- Career development with leadership opportunities or specialized roles

**What would my role be?**

Reporting to the Manager, Adult day program you are responsible for coordinating and completing daily administrative tasks for the day program. Your main tasks will include but will not be limited to:

- Creating and managing the weekly schedule for participants of the day program.
- Assisting the manager in the initial assessment of client eligibility for new admissions for the program.
- Participating in the planning and organizing of activities based on clients’ abilities to participate.
- Leveraging innovative and creative strategies in the development of therapeutic activities.
- Be responsible for ongoing communication with family members in respect to accounts receivables and billing inquiries.
- Participating in tracking key statistical information pertinent to the day program/
- Replacing the manager during absences or vacation.
- Collaborating with other staff within the day program as well as with the manager and staff within Bruyère Health village

**How do I qualify?**

Required:

- Two (2) year Community College Diploma in a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of recent relevant experience (work or educational) in healthcare.
- Experience in working with day programs or day program environments
- Experience in working with Alzheimer’s and dementia client populations
- Fluent in French and English

Preferred:

- Work experience in adult day programs.

**What skills should I possess to succeed in the role?**
- Familiarity with healthcare systems and services
- Able to build relationships with family members of existing clients, engage and reach out to family when appropriate
- Able to log pertinent information in computerized systems for statistical references
- Health Literacy knowledge to understand RAI-CHA evaluations from Ontario Health
- Excellent knowledge of community services available for seniors
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Excellent time and organizational management skills
- Able to organize / orchestrate /operationalize
- Able to work cohesively in a team
- Healthcare system knowledge
- Knowledge of adult day programs and acti