Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, organize, direct, and supervise the department program which includes recreational, restorative care, pastoral care, social work, music therapist and volunteers.
- Implement and evaluate program relating to the physical, emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual needs of the residents.
- Coordinate activities with those of other departments and inform administration of departmental activities, needs and problems.
- Develop departmental goals and objects.
- Actively participate in program delivery.
- Develop, implement, and monitor programming budget.
- Satisfy Health Record as they pertain to the department (MDS experience an asset)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university required
- Knowledge of the concepts of Restorative care, Holistic care, Activation and Dementia Care
- Minimum one-year supervisory experience
- Experience in planning, developing and evaluating effectiveness of individual and group programming for frail, elderly residents using an interdisciplinary approach
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and have a command of the English language.
- Ability to work independently and complete assignments in a timely manner
- Knowledge of community resources, program development, MOHLTC standards
- Previous supervisory experience in long term care an asset
- Sufficient knowledge and experience to coordinate religious services and spiritual care in a multi-faith setting required
- Designated Lead, Volunteers
- At least one year of experience with seniors in an organized program or one year of experience with persons in a health care setting required
- Experience or knowledge in recruitment, selection, orientation, placement and supervision of volunteers required
In Ontario, Extendicare, ParaMed Home Health Care and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the individual noted in the posting.
Time Type:
Full time
What We Do
For more than 50 years, Extendicare’s qualified and experienced teams have been helping people live better through a commitment to quality care and service that includes skilled nursing care, home health care and management and consulting services.
We are proud to be at the forefront of senior care across Canada and work closely with government, community agencies, researchers, and our care partners, including families, to address needs, close gaps, solve problems and advance best practices. We employ thousands of people across the country who have made it their career and goal in life to care, and we have made it our priority to make sure they are trained and supported to provide the best care possible.
Our Mission:
Helping people live better
