Posted 7 months ago
PROGRAM COORDINATOR I, RECREATION
@ Northern Health Authority
Dawson Creek, British Columbia
Overview
Northern Health Authority is hiring a Program Coordinator I for Recreation in its Recreation Therapy and Adult Day Services department in Dawson Creek. The role plans and runs recreational and leisure programs for residents and clients in residential, acute and adult day settings, and may supervise up to four Activity Worker II positions. The posting states full-time Monday to Friday days from 08:00 to 16:30.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, develop, implement and evaluate recreational and leisure programs
- Carry out therapeutic components of residents' care plans
- Supervise up to four Activity Worker II positions
- Direct designated volunteers
- Monitor residents' and clients' progression
Requirements summary:
- Graduation from a recognized recreational program
- One year recent related experience or equivalent
- Valid Class IV vehicle licence
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Ability to supervise and organize work
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-04-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-13
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home, Hospital or clinic, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Recreation |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Northern Health Authority
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At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public health - Home and community care NH boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. Ditch the long commutes and have more time to spend doing what you love. Experience the diverse beauty of the Canadian landscape while taking advantage of year-round outdoor activities. From the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains to the prairies, there are a variety of urban, rural, and remote opportunities waiting for you! Northern Health acknowledges with gratitude that our work takes place on the territories of the Tlingit, Tahltan, Nisga’a, Gitxsan, Tsimshian, Haisla, Haida, Wet’suwet’en, Carrier (Dakelh), Tse'khene, Dane-zaa, Nihew (Cree), Saulteau, and Dene Peoples.
- LinkedIn followers
- 17,003
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,607
- Reported office locations
- 1, Prince George, BC V2L5B8, CA
- Other recorded names
- Northern Health - BC
- Specialties
- Healthcare services
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At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Prince George, BC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Specialties | Healthcare services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 592 |
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Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Recreation Therapy/Adult Day Services department.
In accordance with the vision and values of the organization and as a member of the multidisciplinary team within a client and family centered model of care, the Program Coordinator (PC I) plans, develops, implements and evaluates general recreational/leisure programs designed to support residents’/clients’ health and well-being in residential, acute and/or adult day program settings. The PC I may supervise up to four Activity Worker II positions and provides direction to designated volunteers. Under the clinical direction of a Recreation Therapist or appropriate designate (ie. OT, RN), the PC I carries out therapeutic components of a resident’s care plan as an assigned task, and assists with the monitoring the patients’/residents’ progression.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:30
Qualfications
• Graduation from a recognized recreational program plus one years’ recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• An appropriate valid Class IV vehicle license as required.
Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to supervise.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Rotary Manor
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Dawson Creek
More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.
What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).
International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
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