Seniors Wellness

Number of Vacancies: 1 Full Time

Type of Contract: Temporary

Hours of Work: Full Time 37.5 Hours/Week

Compensation: $ $26.70/Hour

Job Code: 9-MSI-2025

Contract Start Date: TBD

Contract End Date: March 31st, 2029

Department: Manager, Immigration and Settlement

Location: Hamilton, ON

ABOUT US

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton's original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities.

YWORK FOR US?

Grounded in our core values of intersectional feminism, people-centered approaches, belonging, shared responsibility and strong partnerships, our work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be created together.  YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community.

AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET

• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
• Childcare discounts
• Opportunities to get involved in our community
• A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies)

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Seniors Wellness & Inclusion Coordinator is responsible for building social inclusion for diverse seniors living with dementia by developing, implementing, and evaluating therapeutic recreation programs that support their cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well-being. A key focus of this role is to develop, design and deliver culturally appropriate, person-centered programs for individuals living with dementia from racialized and newcomer communities. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to anti-oppressive practice and equitable care, ensuring that programs are accessible, respectful, and meaningful for all participants.

· Engage with clients and families from diverse cultural backgrounds to assess leisure needs, interests, and barriers to participation;

· Design culturally inclusive activities such as music, storytelling, cooking, arts, movement, and intergenerational programs that reflect the lived experiences of racialized and newcomer communities for individuals living with dementia;

· Facilitate both group and one-on-one sessions, adapting activities to meet cognitive and physical abilities;

· Works closely with the Manager, Seniors & Community Wellness Programs to create programming that addresses emerging needs of diverse seniors and their caregivers impacted by dementia;

· Works in partnership with the Immigrant & Settlement Services team to plan and deliver outreach and informational sessions;

· Provides guidance on community-based programs and services that support seniors living with dementia, both immediately and on an ongoing basis;

· Recruits, trains, schedules, and coaches Cultural Navigators and volunteers to deliver linguistically and culturally appropriate dementia-related social inclusion programs for diverse seniors and their caregivers;

· Collaborates with clients and Cultural Navigators to co-design programs, strengthen peer support networks, and build facilitation skills related to dementia interventions. Collaborate with community partners, cultural organizations, and settlement services to ensure programming is reflective of the community's needs;

· Advocate for equitable access to services and support the cultural safety and dignity of participants at all times;

· Maintain accurate documentation, including assessments, care plans, participation records, and program evaluations;

· Contribute to care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and organizational planning as needed;

· Monitor and evaluate program outcomes, incorporating feedback from clients, caregivers, and staff;

· Promote awareness and understanding of dementia in racialized communities through outreach and educational activities;

· Creates and implements appropriate program guidelines and procedures/templates for program to ensure consistency and excellence;

· Provides program reports to Management as required;

· Works safely, reports all workplace hazards and follows all YWCA Hamilton Health and Safety policies and procedures;

· Nurtures and forms meaningful internal and external working relationships and partnerships;

· Understands and incorporates emerging trends, leading practices, industry professional standards;

· Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;

· Performs other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

· Works 37.5-hour work week;

· Work schedule includes days, early mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends based on program need;

· Ability to use frequent medium to heavy physical effort: lifting up to 22.7 kg (50 lbs.), bending and stooping. Support participant mobility and use of adaptive equipment;

· Ability to travel to partner locations as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Completion of 3 years' college or university in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation and Leisure Studies, or a related/relevant combination of education and experience;

· Minimum 2 years' experience working with older adults with dementia in a therapeutic or community-based setting;

· Must have current Emergency First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain at own cost;

· Must be able to lead and work from a feminist, anti-racist / anti-oppressive perspective for operations and strategic planning;

· Experience in trauma-informed counselling is an asset;

· Demonstrated experience creating and delivering programs that reflect cultural diversity and anti-oppressive frameworks;

· Understanding of the intersectionality of race, immigration status, language, and health outcomes for seniors;

· Strong facilitation, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills;

· Knowledge of dementia-related illnesses, behavioral techniques, and person-centered care models;

· Proficiency in using standard office applications (e.g. Microsoft Office).

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

· Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and also work effectively in a team;

· Understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds and practices is a strong asset;

· Lived experience as a member of a racialized, immigrant, or marginalized community;

· A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset;

· Experience working in a non-profit, community health, or long-term care setting;

· Bilingual English and other languages spoken by newcomer and racialized populations.

As part of YWCA Hamilton's commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, if you require accommodation please reach out to

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Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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