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Perley Health is a unique and innovative community that empowers Seniors and Veterans to live life to the fullest. Home to more than 600 Seniors and Veterans in long-term care and in independent apartments, Perley Health provides a growing number of clinical, therapeutic and recreational services to residents, tenants and people from across the region.

One of the largest and most progressive long-term care homes in Ontario, Perley Health is also a centre for research, education, and clinical innovation. Our Centre of Excellence in Frailty-Informed Care conducts and shares the practical research needed to improve care. Future caregivers come here to study and to acquire hands-on skills and experience.

Perley Health's values are brought to life each day by our over 800 employees. And more than 400 regular volunteers connect us closely with the community. Together, we improve the well-being of Canada's aging population.

We are embarking on a multi-year growth strategy, and are seeking an experienced:

Recreation Programmer

The Recreation Programmer plays an essential role in enhancing quality of life for residents in Perley Health's long‑term care home. This role involves designing, planning, and delivering meaningful individual and group activities that support residents' physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well‑being.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group recreational activities that support resident well‑being.
• Participate in planning, designing, developing, and delivering diverse recreation programs.
• Assess and provide feedback to ensure programs meet residents' physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Complete documentation using PointClickCare and ActivityPro.
• Foster a positive, resident‑centred environment and contribute to interdisciplinary teamwork.

Requirements

• 2‑year College Diploma in Recreation/Leisure Studies, Gerontology, or equivalent related experience.
• Previous experience working with individuals with dementia, ideally in a long‑term care setting.
• Current Food Handler's Certificate, can be obtained during employment.
• Strong communication skills in English; French is an asset.

Key Competencies

• Ability to work effectively in a resident‑centred long‑term care environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and engage residents.
• Excellent organization, priority‑setting, and time‑management skills.
• Highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and skilled in problem‑solving and critical thinking.
• Ability to build and maintain therapeutic relationships with residents.

Why Join Perley Health?

Work within one of Ontario's most respected long‑term care centres.

Contribute to a collaborative, mission‑driven team that values innovation, education, and continuous improvement.

Support Seniors and Veterans in living meaningful, engaged lives.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter through the Perley Health careers portal or applicable job posting platform.

We thank all candidates for applying; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

For candidates selected for consideration, Perley Health, upon request, will make reasonable accommodation for any disability-related needs with respect to the recruitment process and materials.

Application Form

First Name: Last Name: Email: Phone Number: How did you hear about Perley Health? Job Posting applied for: Please identify how you meet the posted qualifications for the position you are applying for (if you do not provide details of your experience, your application will be screened out): 800 character limit Attach Resume Optional Attachment