Dementia Friendly Life Enrichment Coordinator Swift Current

SaskAbilities • Full-time • Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada • C$ 28.64 - C$ 35.65 / hour • 6d ago

When applying please include competition number 2024-142-TFR-03 in the email subject line.

At SaskAbilities, we treat people with respect, compassion, and honesty. Our programs and services are person-centered, goal-oriented, and accountable. We value teamwork, excellence, and innovation, and we’re looking for someone who shares these values to join our team as a Dementia Friendly Life Enrichment Coordinator.

Duties and responsibilities:

As the Dementia Friendly Life Enrichment Coordinator, you will play a key role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with dementia through meaningful activities and strong partnerships. Your duties will include:

Recruiting and referrals: Connect with individuals and care partners in Swift Current and surrounding areas to participate in the Dementia Friendly Life Enrichment Program.
Facilitating life enrichment activities: Coordinate and lead individual and group activities in personal homes and in the community.
Building relationships: Develop trusting relationships with care partners to better understand and support the needs of individuals living with dementia through person-centered planning.
Collaborating with partners: Work closely with participating organizations and partners involved in the Dementia Friendly Project.

Qualifications:

Education & Certification

University Degree at the bachelor level: Psychology and/or Social Work
Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle for transportation.
Valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain within three months).
TLR and PART certifications are an asset.

Experience & Skills

Experience working with individuals living with dementia and/or disabilities.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving skills, empathy, patience, and resilience.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 products and apps, including Outlook, Teams and database management for file recordings and statistical reporting.
Excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal, and networking skills.

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.

Submit resume, cover letter and references to:

Mail: Kim Furey, Acting Program Manager

SaskAbilities, Swift Current Branch

1551 North Railway St W.

Swift Current, SK S9H 5G3

Phone: 1-833-526-5299 Fax: (306) 778-9188

Email

careers@saskabilities.ca

Please include the position you are applying for and the competition number in the email subject line.

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