Activities Lead

**The Opportunity**

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. As the Activities Lead at Evergreen Heights, you will help develop and implement wellness programs that promote healthy living and community engagement, while building relationships with residents, team members and external organizations.

**About The Role**

As the Activities Lead you will lead the recreational programs designed to enhance the holistic well-being of residents. Working closely with the Administrator, Chaplain, Activity Assistant, Volunteer Coordinator you’ll ensure that activities are tailored to meet individual needs, foster a sense of community, and promote physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellness. You’ll be responsible for developing monthly activity calendars, organizing engaging events, and facilitating smooth transitions for new residents by coordinating welcome initiatives. In this leadership role, you will mentor and support the activities assistant, manage schedules, conduct performance reviews, and oversee volunteer involvement. You’ll also act as a key liaison with external organizations, ensuring programs align with resident interests and community resources. Additionally, you’ll handle budgeting responsibilities, track expenditures, and support ongoing professional development while upholding a strong focus on health and safety for residents, team members, and volunteers. This position embodies Baptist Housing’s values of compassion, respect, and teamwork, making a meaningful impact on residents' lives.

**Requirements**:

- Completion of a recognized degree, diploma or certificate relative to recreation or activities is preferred
- Completion of Class 4 drivers training and maintenance of a valid Class 4 license, or willingness to gain at own expense
- Current certification in emergency first aid - community care
- Minimum of two years recent experience coordinating activity programs for seniors, or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

**About You**

You are not just a facilitator but a source of inspiration for our residents, contributing significantly to their holistic wellness. You are deeply committed to enhancing the lives of our residents through the development, implementation, and evaluation of a diverse range of programs and activities. Your goal is to foster a vibrant and active community that promotes emotional, intellectual, physical, social, vocational, and spiritual well-being. With a resident-oriented approach, you possess a profound understanding of the issues affecting seniors, which enables you to connect on a personal level. You're a team player and a resourceful networker, building meaningful relationships with residents, resource organizations, fellow team members, and volunteers. Your ability to work both independently and collaboratively is a testament to your versatility. You excel at time management, efficiently scheduling and prioritizing activities to ensure a balanced and engaging daily routine for residents. Moreover, you have a keen eye for detail and a compassionate nature, enabling you to observe and recognize changes in residents' overall well-being, whether physical, emotional, spiritual or psychological. You are proactive in attending recommended relevant conferences, workshops, and events, ensuring you stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in senior care.

**Compensation & Benefits**

Your total compensation includes a salary range of $27.92 - $29.60 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package that includes four weeks' vacation, RRSP matching and support for professional development.

**Baptist Housing Careers**

**Our Promise**

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means becoming a part of a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing that your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values are what set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

**Why Work at Baptist Housing?**
- Meaningful Service: Your work matters You can make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful.
- Supportive & Fun Community: We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
- Recognition & Appreciation: Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awa