RECREATION COORDINATOR

Marwest Management Canada Ltd. is a locally owned real estate development and management company with over fifty years of strong roots and deep commitments to the Winnipeg community. We are a team of professionals who are proud to deliver a unique combination of services to meet the needs of our tenants in a retirement community. We are currently looking for a Recreation Coordinator to join our team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education in Recreation, Leisure Studies or Gerontology and several years experience in the recreation field for older adults.
• Knowledge and experience related to the social, recreation and wellness needs of the residents.
• Proficient in the use of various computer devices and programs including Microsoft Office, Publisher, Activity Connection, Etc.
• Experience with creating postings on social media platforms is an asset
• A valid driver’s licence is required, a Class 4 would be an asset
• First Aid/CPR certification
• A City of Winnipeg clear Police Record Check/Police Vulnerable Sector Check is required

• Develop and implement unique social and recreation programs in a growing active seniors’ residence
• Accurately follow and show success in growth of participation of events
• Creation of posts on social media platforms promoting activities, events and wellness in the resident and maintaining these accounts by responding to comments daily
• Keeping the residents internal reader boards up to date with daily posts
• Plan, organize and accompany residents on bus excursions
• Learn residents likes and requirements upon initial move-in and periodically update these assessments as to their interests and participation in recreation programs.
• Maintain up to date and accurate files and statistics on the successful execution of programs. Assess programs participation to enhance future programming.
• Ensure that all programs are conducted in a safe and secure environment.
• Create and prepare monthly newsletter with calendar of events and activities; ensure all residents are aware of and encouraged to participate in these events and activities.
• Obtain and maintain a supply of equipment for activities and programs; maintain an inventory of items.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Leasing and Dining Services departments for events
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community resources to facilitate their delivery of specialized programs, entertainment and presentations.
• Maintain knowledge in the latest trends and developments in recreation programming for older adults by reading relevant materials, attending workshops, etc.
• Occasional relief of cash handling of store/ kitchen floats and purchases
• Maintain monthly spending/expenses while staying within monthly budget
• Decorate residence for events as needed
• Sourcing purchases for prizing, activities
• Research of appropriate entertainers and securing the bookings, requesting cheques etc.
• Managing Bus Drivers available hours along with booking extra excursions with Bus Company
• Must be physically able to create and personally run safe appropriate group exercise programs for the residents
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: $36,000.00-$41,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every Weekend
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-07-2