Recreation Coordinator

Who We Are:
Wicehtowak Frontec Services (WFS) is a partnership between George Gordon Developments Ltd. (GGDL) and ATCO Frontec Ltd. The majority Indigenous-owned company provides camp and support services for remote workforce housing projects. WFS is committed to providing opportunities for employment, skills development, subcontracting and local businesses.

Description:
Wicehtowak Frontec Services is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to join our team in Jansen, SK.

The Recreation Coordinator is a dynamic role that is responsible for scheduling and organizing activities within the camp, monitoring large events and conducting fitness and hobby classes.

Where We Work and Live:
The Jansen Discovery Lodge is a workforce housing facility in support of the BHP Jansen potash mine. The camp is located 155 kilometers east of Saskatoon, SK.

This position works on a 14 days on and 7 days off rotation. Accommodations and meals during your work rotations are provided by the company.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and implement recreational programs in the lodge; including but not limited to summer programs, fitness programs, community healthy living programs, like bingo, karaoke, paint night etc. as outlined by Supervisor
• Ensure opportunity for a variety of personcentered recreational activities.
• Assist and implement with all special events like dart night, pool nights, football, hockey etc.
• Coordinate any facility bookings or rentals for programs and special events
• Prepare event and program reports upon completion of the recreation activity. This will give feedback on the continuing of specific programs
• To prepare and promote recreation activities to all residents living in camp
• Develop, recommend, and implement recreation programming based on policies and procedures
• Complete appropriate documentation and attendance of recreation activities provided
• Maintain supply for recreation activities
• Support individuals on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, to participate in communitybased programs such as recreation / carts and craft nights, volunteer work, fitness and leisure, recreation activities, community events, etc.
• Offer guidance and support that will encourage independence and assist residence in achieving their personal goals
• Encourage positive and socially appropriate behavior, and effectively manage challenging behavior
• When required, be involved in onthejob training and/or orientation
• Carry out and promote positive routines/duties/activities in a cooperative, respectful, and flexible manner, which are meaningful and enjoyable for each team member
• Listen and respond to team member/service needs within organizational guidelines

Qualifications:

• Postsecondary education in Recreational Therapy, Community Recreation or similar is considered an asset
• CPR and First Aid certification required
• Minimum 2 years' experience in recreational programming
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, be able to prioritize and plan activities to use time efficiently
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients.
• Physical ability to carry out duties

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