Recreation Programmer

Recreation Programmer

Location: Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia Position: Full-Time Wage: $27.90–$29.23/hour

MacLeod Cares Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home is a 66-bed long-term care home in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, central to all services and amenities. We are proud to provide compassionate, person-centered care in a close-knit community environment where Residents feel at home.

Operating under MacLeod Group Health Services Limited (MGHSL), we are committed to creating a positive, supportive workplace where team members grow, lead, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Residents and their families.

The Recreation Programmer reports directly to the RN, LPN, Director of Facility and Resident Care as well as the Director of Resident & Employee Programs. As part of a team, the Recreation Programmer will assist in the planning for and the facilitation of group and individual activities for Residents that:

• Matches Residents’ expectations and preferences
• Satisfies Residents’ social, cultural, spiritual, and recreational interest
• Meets the needs of each Resident

Duties involve personal contact with a varying Resident population and a varied work schedule that includes some weekends and evenings. Other tasks include Resident assessments, charting, computerized and paper record keeping, volunteer coordination, use of supplies and equipment, petty cash management and maintenance of storage areas.

Qualifications:

• Completion of recognized Therapeutic Recreation diploma
• 1 year of experience in the development, organization, and delivery of therapeutic programs
• Completion of Alzheimer’s and other related dementias awareness course would be an asset
• Previous satisfactory work experience and attendance will be considered

Core Competencies:

• Effective work practice – accountable, dependable, flexible, strong planning and organizing skills, goal-oriented and meets deadlines, result-driven, resourceful, and Resident-focused.
• Ability to establish and maintain constructive and supportive relationships, seek and exchange information, teamwork.
• Demonstrated ability to take direction and accept accountability for actions taken.
• Effective time management, problem solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Holds in confidence all matters and advice pertaining to Residents and staff.
• Promotes and maintains good working relationships and communications within the facility, with other health care program personnel, and with Residents, families, volunteers, and the community.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages and benefits package
• Ongoing education, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace culture
• Comprehensive Occupational Health & Safety training and resources to ensure you can work with confidence and care – your safety is our priority
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Residents and families every day

Salary Classification: AS PER UNION CONTRACT

The deadline for submitting applications is 4:00 p.m., November 13, 2026.
To explore this employment opportunity further, please email your resume to Director of Resident & Employee Programs, Brad MacMillan, at [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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