Recreation Worker

Found in: beBee jobs CA - 1 week ago


Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Good Shepherd Centres Full time

HOURS: Part time recreation position for Wesley - 7.5 hours to 22.5 hours weekly based on program needs. Must be available to work evenings and occasional weekend programs as needed.

Who We Are

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. We are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices into our programs and to prioritizing the rights, dignity, and choices of those who use substances. By integrating a Harm Reduction framework at Good Shepherd, we can decrease barriers to service and better support some of our community's most marginalized members.

Good Shepherd is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Recreation Worker - HOMES.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Support and encourage attendance and participation in programs
  • Participate in programs as a role model, mentor and coach to tenants.
  • Work with recreation supervisor, teams and tenants in program development and implementation
  • Lead recreation programs on-sites, Good Food Box program, trips outings, and volunteer programs.
  • Work with recreation supervisor to identify participant needs.
  • Communicate and collaborate with Good Shepherd staff, community mental health agencies and community partners.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

  • Education and experience in recreation.
  • Experience working in the mental health field
  • Belief in and understanding of Recovery
  • Knowledge of recreation opportunities in Hamilton
  • Experience working both individually and as part of a team
  • Proven ability to encourage and motivate change
  • Creative, innovative, flexible personality with the ability to multi-task.
  • Respectful and compassionate demeanor
  • Must have driver's license and a vehicle available for work
  • Must have CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain

What We Offer

  • Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
  • Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  • Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
  • FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
  • POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
  • Make a difference and provide HOPE

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at

Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.


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