Recreation Manager - Arbutus Care Centre

The Opportunity

The Recreation Manager is responsible for leading and delivering Recreation Services to all clients within the facility. This role works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary care team to support and enhance client-centered care through meaningful recreation programming tailored to individual and neighbourhood needs.

What You Will Do

• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of clients’ recreation needs, interests, and goals to support meaningful engagement.

• Design and implement individualized and group recreation programs tailored to both neighbourhood and individual needs.

• Proactively anticipate and help prevent escalation of responsive behaviours through structured, therapeutic programming.

• Deliver recreation interventions that promote participation in meaningful social, cognitive, emotional, and physical activities.

• Support clients in achieving their health care goals through person-centered recreation therapy approaches.

• Ensure programming provides a balanced therapeutic experience, including cognitive stimulation, social interaction, diversion, and physical activity.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and participate in care conferences, sharing updates on client participation and progress.

• Lead and support recreation staff and volunteers while maintaining accountability for program quality and departmental budget.

What You Bring

• Post-secondary education in Recreation Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Recreation Therapy within a healthcare setting

• At least two (2) years of experience in program planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation in a seniors’ care environment

• Strong knowledge of gerontology considered an asset

• Experience with Activity Pro, PointClickCare, RAI-MDS, and care planning systems is an asset

• Demonstrated passion for person-centered care and working with seniors

• Valid Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within the last 6 months)

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What We Offer

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.

• Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive HR team.

• Meaningful Work: Your HR work supports staff wanting to bring their best selves to work and provide best care for the resident population we serve.

• Recognition: Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded.

About AgeCare

For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and excited to join a compassionate, dedicated team, AgeCare is the place for you!  Help us create a welcoming and nurturing home for our residents. Apply today!

At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Address: 4505 Valley Dr, Vancouver, BC, V6L 2L1

Job Type: On-Site
FTE: 1.0, 40 hours weekly
Employment Type: Regular Full Time