Active Living Coordinator

**Join Our Team**

Since 1989 Berwick Retirement Communities has been committed to offering the highest quality in retirement living. We have seven residences across British Columbia: Victoria (2), Nanaimo, Comox, Kamloops, Campbell River, and Qualicum Beach. We are proud to be an award winning group that is Vancouver Island Owned & Managed.

**Position Summary**:
Reporting to the Active Living Manager this position assists with the planning, organizing and implementation of recreation programs to meet the interests and needs of the Berwick Parksville residents. Day-to-day facilitation of programs for residents in independent living Apartments. Assists with the creation and delivery of diversified programs and services to meet the physical, cognitive, social, emotional and spiritual needs of all residents. Provides participants with a safe and comfortable environment by remaining aware of and following health and safety policies and procedures. May be responsible for “Emergency Response” for the building and its occupants during designated evening shifts and/or on bus outings.

**Hours of Work**:
Friday & Saturday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday & Tuesday 4:30pm - 8:30pm **(23 hours weekly)**. Flexibility/availability required to accommodate special events.

**Skills**:

- Excellent communication skills, tact, diplomacy and good judgment
- Strong ability to motivate others through gentle persuasion to achieve the desired result
- Demonstrated ability to work well with seniors and the general public
- Professional, confidential and strong time management skills
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and be well organized

**Qualifications**:

- Standard First Aid Certificate with CPR Level C
- Class 4 BC Driver’s License
- Food Save and Serving It Right
- Preferably qualified with a degree in leisure studies or a Certificate in Recreation with a minimum of 3 years as a program facilitator
- Proficient with MS Office: Excel, Word and Outlook

**Experience**:

- Related experience working with seniors and/or with supporting recreation or leisure programs would be an asset
- Experience with assisting at events would be an asset

**Personal Competencies**:

- Demonstrates a commitment to providing the highest quality of customer service
- Self driven individual who thrives on working in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and still maintain focus on priorities

**Pay**:
Pay starts at $25.83, plus shift differentials as applicable.

Note: *A criminal record check is required pursuant to the Criminal Records Review Act for working with vulnerable adults. Current TB test and proof of Covid-19 Vaccination also required.

**What Our Staff Are Saying About Working With Berwick Retirement Communities **_I love working at Berwick. Each day presents different opportunities to challenge ourselves. I get to work closely with staff and residents to ensure that the programs we offer are the highest quality and most up to date. We have such a great team that supports each one other and inspires me to do my best_.
- Jacqueline, Active Living Manager Berwick on the Park since 2017_
- One of the things I enjoy about working with Marquise at Berwick is the people I am surrounded with. My team is upbeat and focused on teamwork and high quality food. The company also has room for growth which is what we all want from an employer._
- _James, Executive Chef, Marquise Food Services at Berwick on the Lake since 2004
- It has been my pleasure to work at Berwick these past 10 years as a Resident Care Aide. I have enjoyed sharing many touching moments with residents and staff; they are all like family to me._
- Heather, Enhanced Living Services, Berwick House since 2008.
- Although I have only been here a short time, I feel right at home with Berwick. Everyone has been so warm, welcoming, supportive and responsive. This type of work place culture is truly hard to find and Berwick has mastered it It is no wonder Berwick has such a wonderful reputation in the community at large_
- Tara, Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Berwick Head office since 2020_

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: From $25.83 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Have you had both Covid-19 Vaccinations