Careers

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Where Purpose Meets Community

At GEF Seniors Housing, we believe that a career is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a real difference. Every day, our team helps create vibrant, caring communities, where seniors feel at home, supported, and valued.

Our Vision

To create vibrant, affordable communities for seniors.

Our Mission

To provide affordable, well-maintained, and secure buildings, where seniors can live with dignity and thrive in their communities — supported by friendly and caring staff and volunteers.

Our Values

We are guided by values that shape how we serve and build relationships:
Respect – People First – Trust – Accountability – Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our Culture and Quality of Life Philosophy

In support of GEF’s Seniors Housing’s Mission and Vision, our Quality of Life Philosophy is:

“To provide seniors with accessible, affordable, and safe housing in comfortable and supportive environments that promote opportunities for them to successfully age in place.”

The Guiding Principles to the Quality of Life Philosophy: Choice – Dignity – Well-being – Respect – Kindness – Compassion – Accountability

What We Offer

Supporting You as You Support Others

Health and Wellness

● Extended Health and Dental Plan
● Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
● Corporate Wellness Program
● Generous Vacation Time

Rewards and Savings

● Fair and Competitive Pay
● Defined Benefit Pension Plan (LAPP)
● Employee Discounts

Investing in You

● Hands-on Training
● Opportunities for Professional Growth and Advancement

Community and Purpose

● Volunteering Opportunities
● Student Placements

See the Impact

Click here to see how GEF staff make a real difference!

Career Opportunities

Explore the Roles That Make a Difference

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Our Administrative Support team keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes, ensuring efficiency and organization in every task. With attention to detail and a commitment to supporting others, they help create a seamless workplace. If you thrive in a structured environment and enjoy making a difference, we’d love to have you on our team! Click here to view our current opportunities.

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Our Client Engagement and Communications team fosters inclusive, enriching environments through wellness programs, activities, and strategic messaging. Roles like Activity & Wellness Coordinator, Life Enrichment Administrator, and Life Enrichment Supervisor promote connection and joy, while communications professionals keep staff and clients informed. If you’re passionate about engagement and community, explore opportunities with us today! Click here to view our current opportunities.

Our Food Services team fosters a welcoming environment, where every meal feels special. With warmth and care, we bring people together through food and hospitality. If you’re passionate about food and community, we’d love to have you!

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Our Housekeeping Aides help create a fresh, inviting space where clients feel at home. With care and attention to detail, they ensure cleanliness and comfort in every corner. If you enjoy keeping things organized and making a difference, we’d love to have you on our team!

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Our Housing and Client Services team supports individuals through housing placement and outreach. Roles like Housing Placement Coordinator and Outreach Support Worker help foster safety, independence, and connection. If you’re committed to making a difference, explore opportunities with us today! Click here to view our current opportunities.

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Our HR team provides essential support to keep our organization running smoothly. From payroll and employee relations to talent development and workplace culture, these professionals ensure our people feel informed, supported, and empowered. If you thrive on collaboration and problem-solving, explore opportunities with us today! Click here to view our current opportunities.

Our Facilities Management and Planning team ensures safe, efficient, and future-ready spaces. From capital projects and sustainability to maintenance oversight and space planning, roles like Project Coordinator, Manager of Capital Projects, Manager of Operations & Central Maintenance, and Manager of Planning & Sustainability help shape the environments where we work and serve. If you’re driven by strategy and improvement, explore opportunities with us today! Click here to view our current opportunities.

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Our Trades and Site Maintenance team ensures safe, functional, and well-maintained spaces for staff and clients. From skilled trades like plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting to essential upkeep across our sites, these professionals keep everything running smoothly through hands-on expertise and problem-solving. If you take pride in craftsmanship and practical work, explore opportunities with us today! Click here to view our current opportunities.

Our Finance, IT, and Procurement teams deliver the critical operational and strategic support that powers our organization. From financial planning and systems management to sourcing and vendor coordination, these professionals ensure efficiency, innovation, and smart decision-making across all areas. If you thrive on collaboration and problem-solving, explore opportunities with us today! Click here to view our current opportunities.

Our Site Leadership team ensures smooth operations, fosters a positive environment, and delivers exceptional experiences for staff and clients. Whether managing sites and portfolios, leading strategies in HR, housing, and facilities, or overseeing food services and culinary operations, these leaders bring vision, organization, and dedication to everything they do. Click here to view our current opportunities.

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Our Temporary and Relief Roles category features casual and short-term opportunities in food services, housekeeping, and administration. If you’re looking for temporary positions or frontline roles that support daily operations, check here for the latest openings! Click here to view our current opportunities.

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Our Volunteer Opportunities category highlights ways you can make a meaningful impact through unpaid roles. Visit our Volunteer with Us page and explore the available roles and discover how you can contribute to our community!

Volunteer with Us!

Our Student Placements category offers opportunities to gain valuable experience in various departments at our central office and site locations. Whether you’re seeking unpaid or paid placements, explore our student opportunities available throughout the year to support your learning and career growth! Email jobs@gef.org to inquire about our current opportunities.

As openings for the listed roles may vary, we recommend checking our website regularly for the most up-to-date postings.

Our Locations

Our communities are located in vibrant neighborhoods throughout the city, including:

North Edmonton: Beverly Place, Rosslyn Place, Virginia Park, and more
South Edmonton: Sakaw Terrace, Ottewell Terrace, Pleasantview Place
West Edmonton: Meadowlark Place, Westlawn courts, and more
Central Edmonton: Strathcona Place, McQueen Place, and more

We also operate a central office that helps coordinate services and ensure smooth operations across all sites. No matter where you work, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to creating vibrant, affordable communities for seniors.