Job Position: Activity Coordinator
Department: Health Services
Status: Monday to Friday – 35 hrs per week
is a charitable, non-profit, community based organization. Our services
are non-religious and non-political. Our mission is to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services to the Peel
immigrant community, enabling integration and supporting their settlement, social services, health, and educational needs.
Position Summary:
Under the general guidance of the Program Lead, the incumbent will assist in the planning, co-ordination, implementation
and recording functions for the Adult Day Service program and shall demonstrate skills that reflect the organization’s ethics,
integrity and excellence standards in promoting a client centered philosophy.
Responsibilities and Duties: (but not limited to)
Assist in the planning and deliver culturally sensitive, language specific activities for frail, elderly and/or cognitively
impaired program participants
Develop, review and update individual care plans for program participants
Ensure that activities are based upon identified goals, interests, capabilities and are in line with individual care plans
Establish goals and interventions based on program participant’s emerging needs
Input and maintain program participants information in database, document progress notes, care plans and quarterly
reviews of program participants
Ensure effective communication with all program participants, caregivers, staff and volunteers
Ensure the safety and security of program participants at all times and conduct security reassurance checks
Assist the Program Lead with the quarterly planning of the Adult Day Program
Conduct Senior Wellness Programs (if designated)
Purchase program supplies as needed
Prepare and submit statistical and progress reports as required
Train and supervise volunteers and student placements
Participate in staff and team meetings, and professional development opportunities as required
Adopt safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately
Perform other duties as required
Qualifications and Skills:
Post-secondary education in Recreational Therapy, Gerontology, Social Work, and/or a Health related field with
gerontology focus
Demonstrated experience and skills in working with the frail, elderly and/or cognitively impaired
Practical experience with activation techniques with the ability to continually motivate program participants
Must possess effective leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills
Self-directed, self-motivated with a positive attitude and be able to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and adjust to shifting priorities
Must have experience in program planning and documentation
Excellent oral and written English skills are required and one or more South Asian language
Proficient in MS Office, Email and internet applications
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and to work from any IRCS work-site
Current CPR and First Aid certification
Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
A Police Vulnerable Sector Check will be required.