Recreation & Volunteer Coordinator - AgeCare Samac

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Recreation and Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, and facilitating a variety of meaningful recreation and leisure pursuits which promote wellbeing, purpose, creativity, a sense of community, lifelong learning, and fun. 

What Is In It For You:

• Maintains department records and completes all documentation as per required timelines, including: Resident Assessments/Re-Assessments, Care Planning, MDS Coding/RAPs, Progress Notes and Activity Pro. 
• Participates in the on-going evaluation of the recreation and volunteer programs and related quality improvement processes. 
• Maintains recreation supplies and other related tools/resources in good working condition and as per related infection control policies and procedures, reporting deficiencies to the Program Manager. 


What You Will Need:

• Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies or Therapeutic Recreation is preferred.  
• Degree or Diploma in a related field such as Kinesiology or Gerontology and related experience specific to providing recreation and leisure services in a healthcare setting, preferably with seniors. 
• Provincial Safe Food Handling Certification. 
• Certificate in Volunteer Management is preferred. 

Work Location: AgeCare Samac

Address: 451 Woodmount Drive, Oshawa, ON L1G 8E3

FTE: 1.0

Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time

Salary: $40,000.00 per year

Salary placement based on qualifications and experience.

This job posting is for an active, open position, and all applications are reviewed by our team without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Canadian work experience is not required. If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application.