Mount Saint Joseph

Mount Saint Joseph Mount Saint Joseph Mount Saint Joseph has been a dynamic presence in the Miramichi since 1949.

Sponsored by Catholic Health International and founded the Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph, we pursue excellence in Long Term care (LTC) while respecting the wholeness and dignity of each individual. Mount Saint Joseph also takes pride in the role they play in training health professionals of tomorrow. Working collaboratively with area schools, Colleges, and private training centers, we are helping shape the future of long term care in our area.

Making memories, sharing laughs and living each day to the fullest — here’s a look at all the fun we’ve been having!
02/25/2026

Making memories, sharing laughs and living each day to the fullest — here’s a look at all the fun we’ve been having!

02/10/2026

We are hiring:

Mount St. Joseph Nursing Home

Recreation Director (Temporary Position)

Position Type: Temporary, Full-Time

Duration: [e.g. Up to 12 months / Until return of incumbent]

Reports To: Executive Director

Position Summary

The Recreation Director (Temporary) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing recreational, social, and therapeutic programs that promote the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being of residents. This position plays a key role in enhancing residents' quality of life while ensuring programs are delivered in accordance with provincial standards and facility policies.

Key Responsibilities

· Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate recreation and leisure programs tailored to resident needs and abilities

· Develop and maintain monthly activity calendars

· Supervise, support, and schedule recreation staff and volunteers

· Coordinate special events, seasonal activities, and community engagement initiatives

· Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to support individualized care plans

· Maintain accurate documentation, participation records, and required reports

· Ensure compliance with infection control practices, safety standards, and organizational policies

· Manage recreation supplies and operate within approved budgets

Qualifications

· Diploma or degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

· Experience in a long-term care, nursing home, or adult residential setting considered an asset

· Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

· Ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, and volunteers

· CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

· Clear Vulnerable Sector Check required

Skills and Attributes

· Compassionate and resident-focused approach

· Creative, energetic, and adaptable

· Strong time management and organizational skills

· Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Application Process

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume outlining qualifications and experience to:
jobs@mountsj.ca

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Sunny Corner Enterprises for their very generous donation of $4,345 to Mou...
01/19/2026

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Sunny Corner Enterprises for their very generous donation of $4,345 to Mount St. Joseph.

Sunny Corner Enterprises recently built a trailer, sold tickets on it, and generously chose to donate the proceeds to support our residents and facility. We would also like to thank Jeremy Walsh of Sunny Corner Enterprises, who personally dropped off the cheque.

Contributions like this make a meaningful difference in the care and services we are able to provide, and we greatly appreciate their support.

It’s the holiday season at Mount Saint Joseph🎄☃️Our residents have been keeping busy with wreath making, Christmas bakin...
12/18/2025

It’s the holiday season at Mount Saint Joseph🎄☃️

Our residents have been keeping busy with wreath making, Christmas baking and holly jolly celebrations 🍪❄️

Thank you so much to all who have volunteered their time to make this holiday season extra special and cheerful for our residents 🌟
Happy Holidays from the residents and staff at Mount Saint Joseph!

The winner of our donated handmade wreath is Dennis Hache! Thank you to all who participated in this fundraiser for our ...
12/18/2025

The winner of our donated handmade wreath is Dennis Hache! Thank you to all who participated in this fundraiser for our residents 💚

We are selling tickets on a beautiful handmade wreath to raise money for Mount Saint Joseph’s recreation department! Tic...
11/28/2025

We are selling tickets on a beautiful handmade wreath to raise money for Mount Saint Joseph’s recreation department! Tickets will be 1-$2 or 3-$5. Draw date will be December 12th! If interested in purchasing tickets they are being sold in the recreation room on the 2nd floor. All proceeds go towards putting on different activities for the residents. Thank you for your support! ⭐️🎄

📣🎄Help spread holiday cheer! 📣🎄Read post below for further information. Please share.Thank you for your support 🎁
11/27/2025

📣🎄Help spread holiday cheer! 📣🎄
Read post below for further information. Please share.
Thank you for your support 🎁

Happy Halloween to everyone from the residents and staff at Mount Saint Joseph 👻🍬
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween to everyone from the residents and staff at Mount Saint Joseph 👻🍬

🍂I am 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓃𝓀𝒻𝓊𝓁 for:
10/14/2025

🍂I am 𝓉𝒽𝒶𝓃𝓀𝒻𝓊𝓁 for:

We invite everyone to come and feed our Candy Monster with Halloween treat donations. Our residents will be handing out...
10/10/2025

We invite everyone to come and feed our Candy Monster with Halloween treat donations. Our residents will be handing out donated items to the children of Max Aitken School when they arrive in costumes on Halloween Day. Thanks in advance!

Fall festivities with our little friends from the Chatham Daycare 🎃🖍️
09/24/2025

Fall festivities with our little friends from the Chatham Daycare 🎃🖍️

The winner of the back to school basket is Lesley Williams! 🎉We are extremely grateful for everyone who participated in ...
08/29/2025

The winner of the back to school basket is Lesley Williams! 🎉
We are extremely grateful for everyone who participated in supporting our recreation department 😊

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51 Lobban Avenue
Miramichi, NB
E1N2W8

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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