Manager of Recreation & Volunteer Services

St. Peter's Residence is currently seeking a Manager of Recreation & Volunteer Services to join our team!

If you are an individual who values Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility and Excellence then we would like to hear from you! 

St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke is an accredited, non-profit charitable long-term care facility with  221 bed long-term care residence that features high quality living in a home like environment. "Privacy, dignity and caring" is the philosophy we live by.

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized and awarded as:

• 2026 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team


• 2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada


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  2026 Best Workplaces for Women
  
  

We’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace!

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Administrator, this position is responsible for the development and management of quality leisure and recreational programs, student placements and volunteer services at St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke. This position designs, evaluates and manages recreation programs that improve and maintain the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of residents.  The position is also responsible for ensuring that all required screening and documentation is required for volunteer and student placements.  The position is responsible for matching volunteers and students with the appropriate service or program within the home. The position maintains strong school and community relationships to attract and recruit students and volunteers and ensures that the recreation, student and volunteer programs meet the needs of the residents and enhances the quality of services within the home.  

Employment Guide:

• 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.


• Has at minimum three to five years supervisory experience in a LTC or community health care setting.


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


• Must possess excellent relation-based leadership, communication and public relations skills.


• Possesses in depth knowledge of Microsoft office, medical documentation, volunteer management data bases and time and attendance systems.


• Must be able to demonstrate ability to design and tailor recreation and volunteer programs to meet the individual needs of the residents and care plan goals.


• Strong communication skills are essential in this position.


• Ability to maintain relationships and build positive community networks essential.


• Must possess a valid driving licence.  

Benefits:

• Extended health care


• Dental and Vision care


• RRSP Match


• Employee Assistance Program


• Paid time off


• Flexible Schedule

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)

Compensation/Salary Range: $58,682.58 - $69,755.15 per year

*compensation set in accordance with experience and qualifications

Deadline to apply: August 18, 2026 at 4 pm

We are currently hiring to fill an existing position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted.

Thrive Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in the completion of this application, please contact the HR Department at 289-309-8477 or by email at [email protected].