**To be considered for the position, a resume and cover letter tailored to the role are required**
Heartland Housing Foundation serves over 1000 households in Fort Saskatchewan & Strathcona County as a not-for-profit housing management body and the administrators for provincially funded rent supplement programs. We operate 12 properties, including affordable lodges, rent-geared-to-income seniors housing, and near market housing for all ages.
Heartland Housing Foundation actively advocates for expanded access to affordable housing in the region, and is a member of several national, provincial, and regional affordable housing associations and working groups.
Heartland Housing Foundation is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Mercer Best Employers (2025)
Values
- Respect: we are considerate of each other and of those we serve.
- Kindness: we are welcoming, inclusive, and supportive of one another.
- Teamwork: we collaborate and learn from each other.
- Safety: we take pride in being safe in our work.
- Accountability: we take responsibility for our actions and hold ourselves to a high standard.
Key Benefits:
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy every weekend off with standard daytime hours. We believe that a happy and fulfilled workforce is essential for long-term success, and we strive to create an environment where you can excel.
- Career Development: Engage in succession planning, opportunities for growth, and continuous learning through our supportive environment.
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of our collaborative committees driving innovation and excellence. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, exchanging ideas, and collectively driving towards common goals.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy our competitive salary with full-time hours, an accrual-based vacation program, a comprehensive benefits package, as well as participation in the Local Authority Pension Plan (LAPP), and much more…..
- Impactful Work: Joining Heartland Housing Foundation means you are part of a company committed to building vibrant communities. Every day, you will have the opportunity to be part of something meaningful and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
- Engaged Workplace: Heartland Housing Foundation aims to foster an engaged workforce through consultation, evaluation, and process improvement.
- We are proud to be named one of Canada's Mercer Best Employers (2025).
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Pay: Competitive pay with an expected starting salary between $28.94 - $31.70 per hour. The full pay range for the position is $28.94- $35.71 per hour, with progression based on performance. A salary review is conducted after 12 months of employment.
- Company Pension: Plan for the future with our contributory pension plan through LAPP
- Healthcare: Comprehensive dental care, extended health care, healthcare spending account, critical illness, long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance
- Wellness: Access to our employee assistance program and wellness program, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
- Financial Security: Competitive salary, accrual-based vacation and paid time off program, and full-time hours
- Additional Perks: Enjoy discounted food, a referral program, and on-site parking
Hours
- Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; occasionally evening/weekends for special events.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
Location
- Located at Dr. Turner Lodge, Fort Saskatchewan
- On-Site Parking available for all employees
Position Overview
The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for assessing the needs of our residents, developing, planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating the recreational programming, ensuring all eight dimensions of wellness are targeted. Using a variety of recreational activities mediums the Recreation Coordinator will develop programming, schedule outings, invite participation from community groups, recruit and schedule volunteers, etc., to help engage the residents in life-enriching activities. Working in collaboration with all Heartland Housing Foundation lodges, the Recreation Coordinator will share and implement ideas to encourage consistent programming throughout the organization.
Responsibilities
Event, Activity and Program Execution and Evaluation
- Develop and Coordinate Programs: Plan, implement, and schedule all recreation programs and events, ensuring residents' wellness across dimensions.
- Evaluate Program Effectiveness: Assess program and event effectiveness, ensuring alignment with wellness goals.
- Manage Volunteer Program: Coordinate volunteer activities, including recruitment, training, and evaluation.
- Participate in Organizational Meetings: Actively contribute to organizational meetings, sharing ideas and encouraging consistent programming.
- Liaise with Stakeholders: Communicate with residents, family members, and service providers to address concerns and provide information.
- Coordinate Event Support: Arrange support from various departments and external vendors for event setup and execution.
- Monitor and Adjust Programming: Evaluate and adjust programs to ensure participation, satisfaction, and wellness goals are met.
Leadership
- Seek Grant Opportunities: Identify and apply for potential grant or donor options with head office approval.
- Manage Budget: Ensure all recreational expenditures are accounted for and provide feedback on variances to site manager.
Supervision
- Provide Guidance to Team: Offer ongoing guidance and support to team members to ensure effective task performance.
- Manage Work Assignments: Organize and assign tasks to trained employees, coordinating with operational needs.
- Recruit and Train Team: Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and training of team members as required.
- Handle Conflict: Resolve conflicts within the team and act as a liaison between team and higher management.
Community/Stakeholder Relationships
- Establish Collaborative Partnerships: Build partnerships with community groups and organizations to support resident housing services.
- Communicate with Stakeholders: Liaise with community groups and stakeholders to inform them of organizational activities and seek support for recreation programs.
- Participate in Community Engagement: Attend community meetings and participate in information sharing and educational opportunities.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Stewardship
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and promote a culture of safety within the organization.
- Cleanliness and Hygiene: Maintain a clean and sanitary work area, adhering to health standards at all times.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in Business Administration, or other related field is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.
- Experience working within the YARDI system or other property management software is an asset.
- First Aid/CPR certification is preferred.
- Three (3) years of progressive experience in operations, administration, customer service, property management, hospitality or food service environments, or a related setting.
- Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership responsibilities would be an asset/preferred.
Working Conditions
- Ongoing customer service and communication with staff, residents , volunteers and visitors
- Physical activity involving walking, standing, bending and lifting
- Must be able to lift, push and pull equipment and supplies in accordance with the position’s Physical Demands Analysis document
- Occasionally may be required to handle, clean, dispose, or move objects or materials and perform the cleanup of blood, infectious materials and/or other biohazards
- May handle and work with various cleaning products
- Shifts flexibility is required, as occasionally scheduled events and activities may create overtime
Application Process
To be considered for the position, a resume and cover letter tailored to the role are required.
Interested applicants, please forward your cover letter & resume, including the position and appropriate hours you are applying for. This position will remain open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
The successful candidate will be required to provide an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check, 30 days current.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.94-$31.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- supervisory: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
