Northwood
Community Programmer - Permanent Full Time - Days/Evenings - Bedford / Halifax
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Community Programmer - Permanent Full Time - Days/Evenings - Bedford / Halifax
Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood
Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do—but we’re also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.
As Atlantic Canada’s largest not-for-profit continuing care organisation, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.
When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you’ll find a place to thrive here.
We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognise that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know—we’re here to support you.
Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger.
Job Opportunity: Full-Time Community Programmer
Location: Halifax and Bedford Reports To: Manager, Community Development & Support
Responsibilities
- Provides recreational leadership and coordination in the development of programs
- Implements and evaluates programs and services
- Builds financially sustainable programs
- Develops internal and external relationships to promote the program
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Tasks
- Facilitates and participates in the implementation of programs and activities based on needs, interests, and capabilities of members/clients
- Provides team leadership and coordination in all aspects of programs and clubs, working closely with program leaders, paid instructors, and the program committee
- Coordinates volunteer assignments within Community Recreation, providing training and support as needed
- Develops and maintains communication links with multiple internal and external clients
- Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental goals and objectives
- Ensures the needs of internal and external clients are anticipated and satisfied
- Ensures programs and events are financially sustainable
- Assists in the development of promotional materials relating to programs and events
- Coordinates all aspects of membership and promotes membership growth
- Provides administrative support for membership, registration, ticket sales, point-of-sale systems, office deposits, and other operational needs
- Assists callers, membership, clients, and customers with appropriate information and support
- Participates in team planning and departmental operations
- Performs other duties as required
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Ideal Candidate Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year experience in providing leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs in a community-based setting
- Previous experience working directly with seniors or at-risk populations is considered a strong asset
- Post-secondary education in a related discipline
- Completed courses in Gerontology, Health Promotion, Kinesiology, or Recreation are considered assets
- Experience in geriatric programming is considered a strong asset
- Must be able to work well with people across various generations and socio-economic backgrounds
- Ability to work well under minimal supervision
- Must be able to work at all Northwood campuses as required
- Access to reliable transportation
Employment Details
- Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly (8-hour shifts)
- Salary/Benefits: As per the Northwood scale
- Start Date: Immediate
How to Apply
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Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
To learn more about Northwood, visit www.northwood.care
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