Recreation Programmer

2 days ago

Hamilton Ontario LC W Canada Thrive Group Canada Full time US$120,000 - US$180,000 per year

St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke is seeking a temporary full time and a temporary part time Recreation Programmers to join their team

*Starting Bonus: For joining Thrive Group, you can earn an additional $500

St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke is a not-for-profit 221 bed long-term care residence located in Hamilton's Chedoke community. Built in 2004, the home has seven terraces accommodating 30-32 residents on each. 

St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke offers quality care in a home-like environment, nurturing body, mind and spirit. Staff deliver care and services based on individual care plans that emphasize best practices and resident-centered care.

Shifts Include:

•    8:00am-4:00pm

•    12:00pm-8:00pm

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada's Great Places to Work In addition, we have been recognized an awarded as:


• /2025 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team

• Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada

• Best Workplaces for Giving Back

We're thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace

Position Summary:

Provide therapeutic recreation programs that improve and maintain the physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being of 30 to 60 long term care residents residing on one or two assigned 30-bed Terraces at St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke.

Employment Guide:

  • College diploma in Recreation or Gerontology as a field of study from an Ontario postsecondary institution or a postsecondary diploma, degree or certificate granted from another jurisdiction that the home reasonably believes is equivalent.  
  • May require post graduate Therapeutic Recreation Certificate and/or equivalent.  
  • Strong knowledge of Alzheimer's Disease, and other dementias, as well as other chronic health challenges (e.g. MS, Parkinsons, stroke, mental illness…)
  • Proven ability to design therapeutic recreation programs.
  • GPA-Gentle Persuasive Approach in Dementia Care
  • Above average empathetic, listening and reflective skills.
  • Strong leadership skills that are customer-service focussed in keeping with the "Care Culture" of St. Peter's Residence at chedoke.
  • Well developed time management, organizational, and multi-tasking abilities
  • Competent personal computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office…)
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Job Type: Full Time, Contract

We are currently hiring to fill an existing/new position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at or email

 

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