Position Title: Activity Coordinator
Organization: Rocky View Foundation (RVF)
Location: Rocky View Lodge
Reports to: Lodge Manager
Employment Type: Casual
Organization Overview:
Rocky View Foundation is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider dedicated to improving the quality of life for low and moderate-income individuals and families. Our mission is to develop, manage, and maintain affordable housing solutions that support sustainable communities.
RVF Core Values:
Collaboration
Authenticity
Resourceful
Engaged
Position Summary:
The Activity Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading a variety of activities and programs designed to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of senior residents. The coordinator ensures that activities are engaging, inclusive, and tailored to the interests and abilities of the residents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Activity Planning and Implementation:
- Develop a monthly calendar of activities, events, and outings.
- Plan and organize recreational, educational, and social activities.
- Ensure activities are varied and cater to different interests and abilities.
- Adjust activities to accommodate residents with special needs or preferences.
- Activity Planning and Implementation:
- Develop a monthly calendar of activities, events, and outings.
- Plan and organize recreational, educational, and social activities.
- Ensure activities are varied and cater to different interests and abilities.
- Adjust activities to accommodate residents with special needs or preferences.
- Resident Engagement:
- Encourage resident participation in activities.
- Assess resident interests and feedback to improve the program continually.
- Foster a positive and inclusive environment.
- Create opportunities for residents to socialize and build community.
- Coordination and Communication:
- Collaborate with other staff members to ensure smooth execution of activities.
- Communicate activity schedules to the lodge manager, residents, families, and staff.
- Coordinate with external vendors and volunteers as needed.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of resident participation and activity outcomes.
- Prepare reports on activity program effectiveness and resident engagement.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
- Health and Safety:
- Ensure activities are conducted in a safe manner.
- Monitor residents during activities to ensure their well-being.
- Be prepared to handle emergencies and provide first aid if necessary.
- Budget Management:
- Manage the budget allocated for activities and events.
- Source and purchase necessary materials and supplies.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Degree or certification in recreation, gerontology, social work, or related field preferred.
- Experience:
- Previous experience in activity planning or a similar role, preferably in a senior living or healthcare setting.
- Experience working with seniors or individuals with special needs is highly desirable.
Apply Now:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Applications will be monitored daily, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, as [Organization Name] is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and discrimination-free workplace. All applicants are considered regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or religious beliefs.
