Recreation Program Coordinator - Weinberg ResidenceLouis Brier Home and Hospital • Vancouver, BC, CA

Recreation Program Coordinator - Weinberg Residence

Louis Brier Home and Hospital • Vancouver, BC, CA

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

WHO ARE WE

A Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice and one of BC's Top Employers for 2025, we pride ourselves on a strong reputation for excellence. Our work environment is community-oriented, warm and inclusive. Appreciation is embedded into our culture and staff feel valued for their contributions.

Located in the Oakridge area of Vancouver, B.C., Louis Brier Home and Hospital is a 215-bed accredited Long Term care facility situated next to the Weinberg Residence, which contains 40 assisted living suits and 20 Multi-Level Care rooms.

Our Mission at Louis Brier Home and Hospital and Weinberg Residence (LBHH & WR) is to provide compassionate and person-centered care prioritizing quality, safety and innovation, guided by Jewish traditions and values.

Our Vision is to be recognized as a centre of excellence and leaders in healthcare.

Our Values – “CHAI” Hebrew word for LIFE .

C aring

We ‘Show It.’

H ealth, Safety and Wellness

We ‘Do It Right.’

A ccountability

We ‘Own It.’

I ntegrity

We ‘Do What’s Right.’

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Manager, Weinberg Residence the Program Coordinator develops, coordinates, implements and evaluates residents cultural and recreation programs and activities, including but not limited to wellness programs, creative arts, entertainment, cultural events, cognitive programs, and other leisure programs. Identifies and develops the goals and objectives of the programs and activities. Regularly communicates ongoing activities with the interdisciplinary team.

Creates and develops Weinberg’s Assisted Living and Multi-Level Care monthly calendars of events, activities and programs.

Develops Weinberg monthly newsletter relating to calendars, events, activities and programs.

Develops and leads programs and supports residents around the celebration of the Sabbath and Jewish holidays. Coordinates and facilitates Jewish community visits from synagogues, service leaders, external agencies / organizations, etc. Ensures that planned Jewish activities appropriately recognize residents' needs and wishes to express their heritage.

Ensures safety of residents during all programs and activities; reports any adverse events or near misses to manager immediately.

Provides leadership and oversees organized / formal resident discussion groups, lectures and meetings. Provides assistants to contractors with set up and equipment needs to ensure success in delivery of the programs. Completes and circulates meeting minutes, agendas as needed.

Identifies need for volunteers to support programs and communicates with them as needed. Provides support to volunteers during the programs.

Meets regularly / as required with Manager, Weinberg Residence to review program development and to receive support and direction as needed.

Meets and collaborates with other recreational team members from Louis Brier to share ideas and knowledge as it relates to activities and programs.

Liaises with external agencies / organizations for program resources and as required.

Monitors program expenditures and provides input to the program budget; oversees inventory of equipment, materials and tools and recommends purchase of the same.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a recognized recreation program, plus a minimum 1 year’s recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience in a long-term care setting. Understanding of aging / gerontology-based programming an asset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written English.

Ability to use the following programs : Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, InTouchLink, Canva, and Point Click Care.

Ability to deal effectively with others and time manage effectively.

Ability to organize work.

Ability to supervise volunteers as required.

Ability to operate related equipment and to carry out the physical work duties of the position.

An understanding of Jewish culture an asset.

JOB TYPE : Regular Full-time

Location : Weinberg Residence

Hours of Work :

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday : 9 am to 5 pm

Wednesday : 10 am to 6 pm

Salary : Grid 27, $31.89 hourly

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