2026-043 Healthy Aging Program Worker (2 positions)

ATIKAMEKSHENG ANISHNAWBEK

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek will thrive together as a strong and proud Nation by honouring our gifts of Anishinabemowin and the Life of the Land.

Competition Number:            2026-043

Position:                                       Healthy Aging Program Worker (2 positions)

Department:                               Health and Community Wellness

Employment Status:                Full-Time

Salary:                                          $21.50- $29.75/HR – 35 Hours per Week

Location:                                      Naughton, ON

Closing Date:                            June 30, 2026, at 4:00pm

**AT THIS TIME, WE WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM CURRENT INTERNAL EMPLOYEES AND BAND MEMBERS**

POSITION SCOPE:

The Healthy Aging Programmer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering recreational, social, cultural, and wellness programming for participants attending the Seniors Day Centre. The role supports active and healthy aging by enhancing quality of life, reducing social isolation, and promoting participants’ physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate or Diploma in Recreation, Gerontology, Recreation Therapy, Community Support, Social Services, or a related field. 


• Minimum one (1) year of experience planning, coordinating, or delivering recreational, wellness, social, or community‑based programming, preferably with seniors or other priority populations. 


• Experience or demonstrated understanding of supporting seniors living with dementia, disabilities, mobility limitations, or chronic health conditions, ideally in a community or group‑based environment. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, organize, and deliver regular recreational, social, educational, and wellness programs for seniors.  


• Facilitate activities that promote physical activity, cognitive engagement, social connection, and overall, well‑being.  


• Provide day‑to‑day support to participants during programs and Centre activities.  


• Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment that supports participant dignity and independence.  

We offer attractive benefits, opportunities for advancement and an engaging work environment. We offer a RRSP with a matched contribution at a rate 5%, EFAP program, and health and insurance coverage and benefits.

Please refer to our website:  https://atikamekshenganishnawbek.ca/  for posting details.
A detailed job description is available upon request.
Please quote the Competition No. in your cover letter and resume, and submit by email to [email protected], by fax to 705.222.7731or by mail to:

Human Resources,

25 Reserve Rd,

Naughton, ON

P0M 2M0

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.