Cove Guest Home

Part-Time

Description

Are you passionate about supporting older adults and building meaningful relationships that create lasting impact? Do you want a role where every day brings purpose? Join our Therapeutic Recreation team at the Cove Guest Home as a Care Navigator and help shape a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive community for our residents, families, and volunteers!

Reports to: Director of Therapeutic Services

Status: Non-union

The Details:

• The Care Navigator works 3 days per week (48 hours bi-weekly).
• Salary range of $44,000 - $46,000.
• Paid time off.
• Eligible for Health Benefits and Pension Program.
• Priority placement at a brand new on-site childcare facility operated by the YMCA of Cape Breton.
• Participate in our Gas/Heating Oil Program with SYDCO Fuels and save 5 cents off a litre of gas.
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential support for mental health, stress management, and personal challenges that’s available 24/7 at zero cost.  

Why This Role Matters:

As a Care Navigator, you’re not just working in a care home – you’re creating a space where residents are respected, included, and truly seen. You’ll support residents, families, and volunteers by guiding therapeutic programming, fostering community partnerships, and championing emotional well-being.

You’ll become a vital part of our multidisciplinary team, helping ensure each resident’s journey is filled with dignity, purpose, and joy.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct initial recreation assessments during admissions, explain Therapeutic Services offerings, and direct questions to the appropriate department.
• Oversee volunteer recruitment, placement and orientation.
• Suggest and implement therapeutic recreation strategies.
• Monitor resident behaviour and progress.
• Provide emotional support to residents and families.
• Connect with community resources and partners.
• Assist and lead recreation programs.
• Ensure resident safety at all times.
• Document resident progress and interactions, maintain records, and adjust plans as needed.
• Work closely and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to family members and answer questions or direct to appropriate department.
• Engage in ongoing education and professional development.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Post-secondary education in Therapeutic Recreation from a recognized institution.
• Previous experience in a similar role is an asset.
• Strong English communication skills (verbal/written).
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team or independently.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to handle unexpected issues and concerns.
• Knowledge of behavioural management techniques, principles and coping strategies.
• Strong understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis.
• A clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check is required – your integrity and trustworthiness matter to us.
• A functional assessment (organized later) to ensure you’re ready for the physical aspects of the role.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Intermittent stretching, reaching, bending, stooping, crouching, and kneeling.

Location Information

Community

Sydney

County

Cape Breton Regional Municipality

Province

NS

Country

Canada

Opportunity Information

Employer

Cove Guest Home

NOC Code

Other assisting occupations in support of health services (33109)

Experience Required

An Asset

Available Openings

1

Pay Type

Salary

Pay Period

Annually

Remuneration Per Pay Period

$44000.00 per year (to be negotiated)

Estimated Weekly Hours

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Start Date

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End Date

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Language

English

Language Proficiency Level

Posted on

May 23rd 2025

Expires

June 6th 2025