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Contract - Lifestyle & Programs Manager

@ Chartwell

Ajax, Ontario

Full-time1+ years experience
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Overview

Chartwell is hiring a Lifestyle and Programs Supervisor, full-time, reporting to the Lifestyle and Programs Manager. The role coordinates resident programs across the six dimensions of wellness, guides activity aides and volunteers, and monitors program safety and quality. Flexible hours are required and emergency response preparedness is expected.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate programs across the six dimensions of wellness
  • Prepare program calendars, newsletters and events
  • Assign work and train activity aides and volunteers
  • Build resident relationships and escalate significant issues
  • Monitor program safety, participation and quality

Requirements summary:

  • Post-secondary education in recreation, gerontology or social work, or relevant experience
  • One to three years in retirement living, long-term care or healthcare
  • Experience coordinating programs and guiding employees or volunteers
  • Understanding of aging and respect for residents' backgrounds
  • Strong planning, communication, service and computer skills

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Employer posting date
2026-10-29
First seen by our source
2026-10-29
Source record updated
2026-10-29

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentCustomer service
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingClient sites, Care home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsVSS, TB Test
Background checkscriminal record
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
EducationCollege diploma (preferred)
Fields of studyRecreation, Gerontology, Social work

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Chartwell

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Making People's Lives Better

Full company description

At Chartwell Retirement Residences, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities. Chez Chartwell résidences pour retraités, nous sommes dédiés au MIEUX-ÊTRE de nos résidents, de leurs proches et de nos employés. Rejoignez une équipe exceptionnelle et diversifiée de gens inspirants, qui ont à cœur d’offrir des expériences personnalisées, fondées sur des relations chaleureuses et humaines, à tous ceux et celles qui vivent et travaillent dans nos résidences.

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 7070 Derrycrest Dr, Mississauga, Ontario L5W 0G5, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Elder Care
  • Nursing and Residential Care
Other recorded names
  • Chartwell
  • Chartwell Career Site English
  • Chartwell Retirement Residences
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
568,322,903

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

At Chartwell Retirement Residences, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities. Chez Chartwell résidences pour…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersMississauga, Ontario
Organization typePublic Company
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Job description

The Opportunity

As a Lifestyle and Programs Supervisor at Chartwell, reporting to the Lifestyle and Programs Manager, you’ll coordinate the day-to-day delivery of meaningful programs that reflect residents’ interests and the six dimensions of wellness. You’ll work directly with residents while guiding activity aides and volunteers, supporting safe program delivery, and helping the Manager maintain an engaging calendar.

What You’ll Do

Coordinate programs across the six dimensions of wellness

Prepare program calendars, newsletters, events, outings, and resident communications

Assign work and guide, orient, and train activity aides and volunteers

Build resident relationships, respond to concerns, and escalate significant issues

Coordinate volunteers and community partners to expand program opportunities

Monitor program safety, participation, quality, risks, and improvement opportunities

What You’ll Bring

Post-secondary education in recreation, gerontology, social work, or relevant experience

One to three years of experience in retirement living, long-term care, or healthcare

Experience coordinating programs and guiding employees or volunteers

Understanding of aging and respect for residents’ backgrounds, interests, and abilities

Strong planning, communication, service, computer, and community-relations skills

What We Offer

A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for leadership development and career growth

A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents

Additional Requirements

Ability to work flexible hours as needed

Physical ability to meet job demands, including standing, bending, pushing, and pulling for extended periods, and operating cleaning equipment

Preparedness to respond to emergency situations

Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required

At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities.

Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email [email protected] or call 1-888-663-6448.

Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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