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Activity Director (Long Term Care)

@ Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes

Ontario

$55k–$65k/yr1+ years experience
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Overview

Caressant Care is hiring a full-time Activity Director on an 18-month contract in Bourget, Ontario, to lead recreation programming in its long-term care home. The role requires a post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation, therapeutic recreation or a related field, at least one year of healthcare experience, and strong leadership and organizational skills. Pay is $55,000 to $65,000 per year.

Pay:

$55,000–$65,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and lead recreation and social activities for residents
  • Coordinate the activities program and schedules
  • Maintain resident activity records in PointClickCare
  • Engage residents, families and staff in community programming

Requirements summary:

  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation or a related field
  • At least one year of healthcare setting experience
  • Food Handlers Course completed and maintained
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PointClickCare
  • Leadership and organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of Nursing Home Activities & Long Term Care Standards

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Employer posting date
2026-09-03
First seen by our source
2026-10-13
Source record updated
2026-10-21

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingCare home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsFood Handlers Course
Background checkscriminal record, vulnerable sector
EducationCollege diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyRecreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, Kinesiology

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Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes

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Full company description

We have the privilege of taking care of nearly 1300 residents in our 15 Long Term Care Homes and over 700 residents in our 10 Retirement Homes across Southern and Eastern Ontario.

LinkedIn followers
1,295
People associated on LinkedIn
500
Reported office locations
  • 264 Norwich Ave, Woodstock, Ontario N4S 3V9, CA
Other recorded names
  • Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Ltd.
Specialties
  • Long Term Care
  • Retirement Home
  • Nursing Home
  • Retirement Living
  • Geriatric Nursing Care
  • and Assisted Living
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No

We have the privilege of taking care of nearly 1300 residents in our 15 Long Term Care Homes and over 700 residents in our 10 Retirement Homes across Southern and Eastern Ontario.

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersWoodstock, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesLong Term CareRetirement HomeNursing HomeRetirement LivingGeriatric Nursing Careand Assisted Living
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Job description

Caressant Care is looking for a passionate Activity Director to join our team of care providers.

Location

Bourget, ON

Time Type

Full Time (18 Month Contract)

About Caressant Care

For nearly 50 years, Caressant Care has created a comfortable and caring home environment for our residents across Ontario to receive high-quality care. We proudly serve over 1,500 residents across our 15 long-term care homes and ten retirement homes. Operating primarily in small towns, Caressant Care creates tight-knit communities where everyone knows and looks out for one another.

At Caressant Care, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow, whether they are experienced professionals or just starting. Become a part of our team and experience fulfilling and impactful work that brings joy to your life and the lives of others.

What we offer…

  • At the core of our workforce is a passion for people, fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.
  • A caring and comfortable space for our residents, their families and our employees.
  • Learning and growth opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers.
  • Competitive wages and benefits.

What you bring…

  • Must possess a post-secondary diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university
  • Must have at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting
  • Must have successfully completed the Food Handlers Course and maintain it
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Point Click Care
  • Demonstrated leadership ability and organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of the Nursing Home Activities & Long Term Care Standards H
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary range is $55,000 -$65,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. If this resonates with you, we would love to have a conversation about you joining our team! Please apply using the form below.

Our focus at Caressant Care is on hiring individuals whose skills and abilities will contribute most to our organization’s success and who also mirror the communities in which we operate. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their ethnic and cultural backgrounds, disabilities, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions.

If you have questions or require accommodations during the application process, please email [email protected] or call 519-539-0408.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

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