Activation Coordinator

Working in collaboration with other Alzheimer Society HPE team members, the Activation Coordinator will be responsible for the development and implementation of activation activities to help persons living with dementia remain active in their homes and in group settings. Through the use of games, sports, hobbies, crafts and more, they will support families in maintaining the physical and emotional well being of their loved one living with a form of dementia. They will also be responsible for navigating clients in the community health promotion programs.The ASHPE provides services throughout Hastings & Prince Edward Counties and the Municipality of Brighton. The successful candidate will work out of the Belleville office but be responsible to manage services within the entire service area.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a caseload of clients.
• Effectively participate in care conferencing. Assessments of clients and determine eligibility and appropriateness to in-home Activation program and support an interdisciplinary team to implement the activation care plan.
• Develop and Conduct in-house activation programs with clients on a weekly basis in order to carry out identified recreation programs as well as provide respite for the care partner.
• Follow established job routines on a daily basis.
• Ensure that care provided is documented as required in a timely manner using the assigned documentation tools.
• Provide education to families and/or in-home care providers regarding appropriate activities for the client.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the programming for the individual.
• Act as a resource for inquiries from the general public regarding recreation/activation.
• Market the in-home Activation program to health care providers, referring agencies and the general public
• Maintain program statistics and submit monthly.
• Assume responsibility of personal upgrading in knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease, related dementias and on- going professional development.
• Participate in fundraising and other team activities.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and scheduling of activation volunteers

Community Relations/Advocacy

• Maintain professional, effective communication with individuals at all organizational levels including clients, caregivers, volunteers, service providers and other community organizations
• Initiate opportunities to communicate Alzheimer Society mission, programs and support to local community and other social service agencies

Core Competencies:

• Effective Communications – verbal and written
• Organizational Skill – define, set and meet goals and objectives
• Problem Solving – demonstrates initiative
• Technology – experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel & Power Point), NESDA and AlayaCare databases.
• Time Management – ability to work independently and as part of a team

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Experience working with persons living with dementia and their families.
• Experience designing recreational programs to support individual needs as well as facilitating group activities.
• Knowledge of community health care agencies.
• Current Standard First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to work cooperatively with volunteers, staff and community partners.
• Valid driver’s license, regular access to a vehicle and verification that the vehicles is insured for workpurposes.

Job Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Recreation Therapy or Health Promotion. Other health disciplines may be considered given appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Police check at vulnerable sector;
• Access to a vehicle; Valid driver’s license and insurance;
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends as required.

35 hours per week ($22 / hour to start)

Other

• The Society requires that new employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, subject to any accommodation obligations it may have under human rights legislation.

The Alzheimer Society is an equal opportunity employer and we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We are also committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Human Rights Code and AODA and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Commitment to Equitable Recruitment:

The Alzheimer Society welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity and social justice and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black and persons of color, persons with disabilities, people living with dementia, care partners and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate found. Please submit resumé and cover letter.

Thank you to all applicants; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: On the road