The Activities Coordinator is responsible for engaging residents through meaningful events and activities that foster positive relationships amongst residents, family members, and employees.
Activities Coordinators are team players, with a passion for providing exceptional service and support, have an empathetic and respectful approach and a continuous improvement mindset. They take pride in their work and ensure residents’ needs are being met.
Objective:
Ensure the provision of high-quality standards as they relate to activities and resident engagement at The Berkeley.
Program Implementation:
- Oversee all scheduled recreation activities at The Berkeley.
- Assess, deliver, and evaluate recreational programs based on residents’ needs, interests, and input.
- Plan creative programs that include art, music, exercise, and games.
- Complete and update resident social profiles.
- Organize equipment and/or supplies required for each activity.
- Take an active role in evaluating programs for fresh ideas and continuous quality improvements.
- Facilitate and modify activities, as required, to suit individual capabilities.
- Drive and escort residents during outings.
- Train and oversee volunteers.
- Maintain records of resident participation.
Minimum Requirements:
- Recognized training and/or experience in recreation and/or gerontology.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver and lead appropriate recreation and leisure activities for seniors.
- Previous experience working with seniors in a retirement community setting is an asset.
- Valid NS Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract.
- First Aid and CPR certificate.
- Ability to work a variety of shifts: days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Empathy for, and an understanding of older adults, aging in place and cognitive impairment.
- Be fun and engaging!
Human Resources
The Berkeley Retirement Residences
2 Convoy Run, Bedford, NS B4A 4J2
careers@ theberkeley.com - 902-492-3700
Posted: March 27, 2025