Life, Learning and Leisure Facilitator-Shouldice Alberta, CAN View Job

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silvera for seniors is a dynamic and growing charitable organization that provides a diverse selection of housing with services and supports for calgary seniors from all walks of life. Join our committed, high-performing team to make a difference in the lives of residents. Our supportive living communities provide meals, housekeeping, and life learning & leisure programs. Silvera provides a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace.

Our employees work hard to make our communities a safe, comfortable place residents call home. We offer employment opportunities in dining, housekeeping, maintenance, and administration. Together, we serve the people who make their home with us. We reward staff through training, recognition, and opportunities for professional growth. We offer flexible full-time, part-time, and casual hours. Our communities are located in all quadrants of calgary, with our head office located just off memorial drive, in the wood building.

we thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

due to the current high volume of applications, we will not be accepting phone calls about individual applications.

all pre-screen questions must be answered fully for an application to be processed.

in accordance with the alberta accommodation standards, all successful candidates are required to complete a criminal record check prior to commencing employment and all offers made are contingent upon a successful criminal record check.

reporting to the community manager, the life, learning and leisure (lll) facilitator supports the holistic well-being of residents in alignment with the 6 dimensions of wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, occupational, spiritual, and social. This role requires a dynamic, resident-focused professional with a demonstrated ability to design and deliver innovative and engaging programs. The lll facilitator is responsible for both creating and leading programs, as well as coaching and supporting staff, residents, volunteers, and external partners to deliver meaningful experiences onsite and offsite.

The ideal candidate brings a collaborative spirit, creativity, and a commitment to incorporating emerging best practices that enhance quality of life for seniors.

• represent and promote silvera’s life, learning and leisure philosophy both within the organization and in the broader community.
• design, facilitate, and adapt innovative programs that align with the six dimensions of wellness, incorporating inspiring practices and resident interests.
• actively promote and encourage resident participation in life, learning and leisure (lll) programs, both group-based and individual; engage regularly with residents to gather input and build meaningful connections.
• coach and support silvera employees, residents, and volunteers to lead and participate in programs and events.
• collaborate with external facilitators and service providers to ensure consistent, high-quality program delivery.
• coordinate logistics for programs and events, including physical space, materials, and program leaders.
• plan, organize, and promote engaging onsite and offsite experiences that enhance resident well-being.
• support new residents in becoming familiar with and involved in life, learning and leisure opportunities.
• monitor resident participation and engagement; provide regular observations and recommendations to inform program enhancement.
• collect and share both quantitative and qualitative data on program participation, facilitator effectiveness, and volunteer contributions; provide quarterly reports to support continuous improvement.
• lead monthly resident meetings focused on learning and leisure programs, events, and initiatives; gather and act on resident feedback.
• ensure all…