Recreation Coordinator

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
**Recreation Coordinator - Full-time**
M’akola Housing Society
Victoria, B.C., Jesken Aerie

**Who We Are**

M’akola Housing Society (MHS) is an Indigenous affordable housing provider committed to supporting vibrant, diverse communities in British Columbia. Our portfolio spans the entire province and involves property management, asset management, Assisted Living, and providing professional consulting services to other service providers. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all team members take personal accountability for their work, have a passion for excellence, and are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Jesken Aerie is an Assisted Living facility where we provide recreation, meals, and a variety of services and supports to the Indigenous Elders, seniors, and people with disabilities residing in the facility.

**What We Offer**
- Competitive wages and annual reviews
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
- Extended health and dental
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health & Wellness Program includes $250/year
- Professional Development Program

**Position Summary**

The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the recreation programs, entertainment and daily activities that enrich the lives of the residents residing at Jesken Aerie Assisted Living. The Recreation Coordinator is also responsible for all aspects of volunteer recruitment and management to enhance the recreation program of Jesken Aerie, with guidance and direction from the Assisted Living Manager. The Recreation Coordinator creates and distributes timely and appropriate promotional materials to the residents, as well as maintaining all reporting requirements and documentation.

This position is full-time, permanent, 30 hours per week from 9:00am - 3:30pm Tuesday - Saturday, based out of Jesken Aerie Assisted Living facility in Langford. This position starts at $28.79 per hour. Due to the nature of the work at the Assisted Living facility, all employees must be vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus.

**Requirements**:

- Post-secondary education in recreation coordination or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in recreation coordination preferably with seniors, Elders and persons with disabilities
- Minimum two year’s experience in all aspects of volunteer management
- A combination of education and experience will be considered
- Experience working in and with the Indigenous community is an asset

**Other**
- Provide clear Criminal Record Check prior to hiring, costs covered by M’akola
- Willingness to follow M’akola policies and procedures
- Must possess a valid Class 4 Driver’s License and a clean Driver’s abstract
- Completed First Aid - Level 1 (can complete once hired and paid for by M’akola)
- WHMIS Certificate, cost covered by MHS
- Food Safe Level 1 Certificate, cost covered by MHS
- Be vaccinated against Covid-19

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**Closing Date: Open until filled.**

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.