Activation Manager

Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care•Markham, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

In consultation with the Executive Director, plans, develops and ensures delivery of meaningful recreational and social activity programs for residents of the LTC Home that reflect the organization's vision, strategic direction, resident centred approach and the residents' interests, ability and previous lifestyle. Ensures programs are in compliance with relevant government legislations and policies, with due consideration of the resources available. Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (“Yee Hong”) is one of the largest not-for-profit, culturally-appropriate seniors care organizations in Canada. At several campuses of care and other service locations across the Greater Toronto Area, Yee Hong offers a full continuum of services including active seniors programs, adult day programs, caregiver support services, transportation, meals on wheels, congregate dining, home care, long-term care, and hospice/palliative care. Yee Hong’s vision is “Seniors living their lives to the fullest – with health, independence and dignity”. In their living setting of choice, seniors and their families are supported to optimize their physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being. Yee Hong also supports other organizations with innovating seniors care through its advisory services, training and learning centre, and research. Since the start of our operations 1994, YeeH ong has been successfully accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada seven consecutive times for our teams’ commitment to highest quality care and service excellence. As a recipient of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Award in 2020 and renewed in 2021 and 2022, Yee Hong is committed to innovation, diversity, teamwork, integrity, collaboration and accountability. Our people are the reason our residents and clients receive excellent care and enjoy a high quality of life. Yee Hong’s progressive organizational culture and work environment attract, retain and develop the best staff, volunteers and students. Yee Hong is inviting applicants to apply for this exciting opportunity. We commit to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, and offer a rewarding career as a member of our stellar team.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, or equivalent
Minimum 3 years post qualification experience in program planning and delivery in health care setting.
Knowledge and experience in counseling with seniors and their caregivers
Excellent leadership qualities
Demonstrated initiative, problem solving and judgement skills
Creativity and innovation in developing programs and activities for the residents to maximize their independence
Superb customer service skills
Computer literacy.
Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screen result
Fluency in English and Chinese.

Nice To Haves

B.S.W. and Registered Social Worker designation in Ontario an asset.
Knowledge of long-term care an asset
Knowledge of Chinese word processing an asset
Knowledge of Japanese, Filipino or a South Asian dialect an asset.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops and ensures delivery of meaningful recreational and social activity programs for residents of the LTC Home that reflect the organization's vision, strategic direction, resident centred approach and the residents' interests, ability and previous lifestyle.
Ensures programs are in compliance with relevant government legislations and policies, with due consideration of the resources available.
Ability to supervise, coach and mentor a team.
Contribute effectively and work as part of the interdisciplinary team.