Adult Day Program Recreationist

3 weeks ago

Niagara, Canada Niagara Region Full time

**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.

Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.

**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; may be required to work days, evenings and nights including weekends.

**Please note that this position will primarily support the ADP North Locations, including Grimsby, Niagara-on-the-Lake and St. Catharines, The incumbent may be required to work in any of the Adult Day Program locations including Welland, Port Colborne, Niagara Falls and Fort Erie as required.**

**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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