Manager of Recreation & Volunteer Services

Thrive Group Canada•Hamilton, ON

2d•CA$58,683 - CA$69,755•Onsite

About The Position

St. Peter's Residence is seeking a Manager of Recreation & Volunteer Services. This position is responsible for the development and management of quality leisure and recreational programs, student placements, and volunteer services. The role involves designing, evaluating, and managing recreation programs to enhance residents' physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Additionally, the position ensures proper screening and documentation for volunteers and students, matches them with appropriate services, and maintains relationships with schools and communities to recruit them. The goal is to ensure programs meet resident needs and improve the quality of services within the home. St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke is an accredited, non-profit, long-term care facility committed to a philosophy of "Privacy, dignity and caring." It is part of Thrive Group, which offers a spectrum of integrated services and is recognized as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®.

Requirements

A post-secondary diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, Kinesiology, Volunteer Management or other related field from a community college or university.
At least three to five years of supervisory experience in a LTC or community health care setting.
Excellent relation-based leadership, communication, and public relations skills.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office, medical documentation, volunteer management databases, and time and attendance systems.
Ability to design and tailor recreation and volunteer programs to meet the individual needs of residents and care plan goals.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to maintain relationships and build positive community networks.
A valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Current knowledge of Gerontology and Long Term Care Homes Act and Regulations, 2007.

Responsibilities

Development and management of quality leisure and recreational programs.
Management of student placements and volunteer services.
Design, evaluation, and management of recreation programs to improve and maintain the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of residents.
Ensuring all required screening and documentation for volunteer and student placements.
Matching volunteers and students with the appropriate service or program within the home.
Maintaining strong school and community relationships to attract and recruit students and volunteers.
Ensuring that the recreation, student, and volunteer programs meet the needs of the residents and enhance the quality of services within the home.