British Columbia Recreation Jobs – 515 Openings This Week

Recreation Coordinator
Hopehill —Vancouver, BC
- $32–$33 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Management
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Recreation Aide (Casual) #Cascade
CareCorp Seniors Services —Burnaby, BC
- From $31.64 an hour
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Recreation Assistant
Vancouver Coastal Health —Vancouver, BC
- $32.84 an hour
- Wellness program
- Dental care
Recreation Leader
City of Richmond BC —Richmond, BC
- $38.21–$44.98 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- First Aid Certification
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Recreation Therapy Assistant
Vancouver Coastal Health —North Vancouver, BC
- $31.17–$32.85 an hour
- Temporary
- Wellness program
- Dental care
Recreation Aide - Casual
Sienna Senior Living —Surrey, BC
- $31.64 an hour
- Part-time
- No university degree
- Dental care
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Day Program Recreation Worker - Czorny Alzheimer Centre
Fraser Health —Surrey, BC
- $31.64 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
Global Merchant - Women's Athletic
Lululemon —Vancouver, BC
- $104,600–$137,300 a year
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Development Officer, Athletics & Recreation
UBC Faculty of Forestry —Vancouver, BC
- $7,502.25–$10,788.33 a month
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Windows
- Microsoft Office
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General Manager of Recreation & Culture
City of Cranbrook —Cranbrook, BC
- $117,321.63–$142,962.58 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Construction Surveyor (Camp & Travel Allowance - Fort McMurray)
LN Land Development Technologies —Vancouver, BC
- $38–$50 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Math
- First Aid Certification
Construction Surveyor (Camp & Travel Allowance - Fort McMurray)
LN Land Development Technologies —Kelowna, BC
- $38–$50 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Math
- First Aid Certification
Recreation Manager
Amica Senior Lifestyles —West Vancouver, BC
- $52,000–$65,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- First Aid Certification
- Dental care
- Vision care
Para Hockey Program Lead and Regional Sport Coordinator - Victoria
SportAbility BC —Victoria, BC
- $20–$22 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
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Construction Surveyor (Camp & Travel Allowance - Fort McMurray)
LN Land Development Technologies —Prince George, BC
- $38–$50 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Math
- First Aid Certification
Life Enrichment
Amica Senior Lifestyles —Victoria, BC
- $29.95 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- First Aid Certification
Summer Day Camp Leader - Enderby
Thrive Kids Canada —Enderby, BC
- $18–$22 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
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Territory Athletic Sales Representative
Vertical Raise —Vancouver, BC
- $60,000–$350,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's
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Recreation Coordinator
Coastal Breeze —Powell River, BC
- $21–$23 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- English
- High school diploma or GED
Work force hotel/ camp mgr
MagnMel —Pink Mountain, BC
- $22.88–$24.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Management
- Hotel
- Flexible schedule
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Recreation Coordinator

Hopehill
Vancouver, BC

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$32–$33 an hour

Qualifications

Therapeutic Recreation
Mandarin
CPR Certification
Management
FoodSafe
Cantonese
First Aid Certification
Class 4 Licence

Full job description

Are you someone who enjoys helping build welcoming, connected communities? Do you find satisfaction in supporting the well‑being of seniors while working collaboratively with a dedicated team? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Cedars Assisted Living at Hopehill Society (Cedars at Hopehill) is a not‑for‑profit charitable organization that provides housing and care for older adults in Vancouver. Cedars at Hopehill operates in cooperation with Hopehill. Our mission is a caring community that provides affordable housing and assisted living for maturing adults. We strive to build a safe and healthy neighbourhood for all our residents to call home.

As a Recreation Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing and delivering recreational and social programs that support residents’ well‑being and quality of life. You will plan a range of activities that reflect the interests and abilities of our seniors, encouraging social connection, engagement, and enjoyment in daily life. Hopehill values thoughtful collaboration, consistency, and shared learning across teams and sites. This role plays an important part in supporting a connected community life approach across our campuses.

JOB SUMMARY

Hopehill is seeking a Recreation Coordinator on a permanent basis (30–37.5 hours per week). Reporting to the Cedars at Hopehill Manager, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for recreation and activity programming for residents at Cedars and works closely with the Hopehill Community Team to support collaboration and alignment of programming across Hopehill’s independent and assisted living communities. The Recreation Coordinator is expected to provide respectful, compassionate service and engage with residents, families, and colleagues with kindness, patience, and professionalism. They will carry out their duties in accordance with the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada (“CBWC”) Statement of Faith and CBWC Cultural Statement. Ability to speak Mandarin/Cantonese is an asset.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate recreational and social activities that support residents’ independence, personal choice, abilities, and quality of life, in keeping with person‑centred assisted living principles.
Develop programs that promote social connection, cognitive and physical activation, life skills, and meaningful engagement, while respecting residents’ rights, dignity, and diverse needs.
Collaborate with Independent Living, and Assisted Living teams to support alignment and shared approaches to programming across Hopehill community.
Develop and maintain a monthly activities calendar that reflects resident interests and input; provide guidance and instruction to activity workers as appropriate.
Monitor, evaluate, and continuously improve recreational programs based on resident feedback, participation, and observed outcomes.
Facilitate resident forums and opportunities for resident engagement and input
Observe, assess, and document residents’ social and recreational needs; share relevant information with the care team in accordance with assisted living care planning processes.
Contribute to interdisciplinary team meetings to support individualized service planning and coordinated care.
Identify community, cultural, and facility‑based resources that enhance resident programming and support inclusion and accessibility.
Support an inclusive, home‑like environment that respects cultural diversity and individual preferences.
Monitor program expenditures; assist with budget planning; maintain inventory of equipment, tools, and supplies; and recommend purchases in alignment with program needs and organizational policies.
Comply with assisted living legislation, organizational policies, and health and safety requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

Graduation from a recognized Therapeutic Recreation program (preferable 4-year degree) plus a minimum of 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Experience working with seniors
Valid First Aid and CPR Certification and FoodSafe Level 1 (or willingness to obtain)
Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check
Unrestricted Class 4 Driver’s Licence is considered an asset

Skills

Demonstrates a resident‑centred, respectful approach in all interactions with residents, families, and colleagues
Works collaboratively and contributes positively to a professional, supportive team environment
Takes responsibility and initiative, exercising sound judgment and knowing when to seek guidance
Communicates clearly, calmly, and respectfully, both verbally and in writing.
Adapts effectively to change, shifting priorities, and a busy assisted living environment
Organized and dependable, with strong follow‑through and attention to detail
Comfortable using technology for scheduling, communication, and documentation
Maintains appropriate professional boundaries while providing compassionate service
Physically able to perform the duties of the position safely
Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
Ability to speak Mandarin and/or Cantonese is an asset

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $32.00-$33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care

Experience:

Management: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

Cantonese or Mandarin (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Class 4 Licence (preferred)
Recreation program + 2 yrs exp or equivalent combo (required)

Work Location: In person

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