Adult Day Program Recreationist

3 weeks ago

Niagara, Canada Niagara Region Full time

**Job Opening**

**CUPE 1263**

**Job Title**:

- Adult Day Program Recreationist (0) ADPZ03**Job Opening Id**:

- 38755**# Required**:

- 1**Business Unit**:

- Community Services**Division**:

- Seniors Community Programs**Location**:
- ADP South**Standard Hours**:

- 0.00 / week**Full/Part Time**:

- Part-Time**Regular/Temporary**:
- Regular**Salary Grade**:

- 15**Salary Range**:

- $ 26.11 - $ 26.11**Post Date**:

- 2024-05-09**Close Date**:

- 2024-05-15**Division**:
Seniors Community Programs

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region’s amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region. However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction. The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

**JOB SUMMARY**:
In Adult Day Programs, the Recreationist is responsible for the development and implementation of appropriate social recreation based programming for diverse groups of senior clients. Recreationist are expected to lead programs that engage clients in meaningful social and wellness activities based on their needs/preferences as identified on the Client Service Plan documents.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

EDUCATION
- College Diploma in Recreation required
- Valid First Aid Certification required
- Safe Food Handling Training preferred
- Certification in the SAM S.T.E.P.S model of exercise preferred
- Completed courses in DementAbility, GPA or geriatrics preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of 6 months current relevant experience in the recreation field working in a community setting.

SKILLS
- Demonstrated leadership, collaboration and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a respectful manner
- Enthusiasm, flexibility and ability to cope with change

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate including a vulnerable sector search
- Must be physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the position, have an excellent rapport with people and demonstrated working ability with Senior Citizens
- Must be able to work at various Adult Day Program locations based on client need/management discretion
- Must have a good attendance record
- For positions assigned to an identified French Language Services (FLS) location, must be fluent in French (both Written and Verbal)

**Shift Information**:
Currently scheduled 0 hours (casual position) per week, days shifts.

**Please note this position will primarily support the South Adult Day Program locations in Port Colborne, Fort Erie, Welland and Niagara Falls. The incumbent may be required to work in any of the Adult Day Program locations including St. Catharines, West Niagara (Grimsby) and Niagara-on-the-lake.**

**Closing Statement**:
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- Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
- Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
- In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 - Human Resources Department

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