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Recreation Support Specialist, Adult Day Services

2 months ago


Peterborough, Ontario, Canada VON Full time

Position Overview: This role is situated within VON Canada (Ontario).

Requisition Information:

Employment Type: Permanent, Part-time (0.6 FTE)

Program Focus: Adult Day Program, Overnight Stay

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75

Work Hours: Days, Evenings, Nights

Union Affiliation: CUPE

On-Call Duties: Yes

Position Summary:

The Overnight Stay component of the Adult Day Program allows participants to engage in activities over two nights each week. As an Activity Coordinator, your role will be to deliver exceptional overnight support within the guidelines of continuous Quality Improvement, VON principles, and relevant legislation.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the development of client service plans
  • Collaboratively implement, assess, and modify service plans
  • Design and facilitate social and recreational activities
  • Participate in both individual and group engagements
  • Support with Activities of Daily Living
  • Recognize and mitigate risk factors
  • Ensure a safe and secure environment
  • Leverage volunteer support
  • Carry out additional assigned responsibilities
Collaborative Relationships:
  • Work closely with the Program Coordinator, Recreation Therapist, and Manager
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Diploma or Certificate in healthcare, social services, or recreation
  • First Aid and CPR certification is mandatory
  • Experience in Adult Day Services or with elderly populations is advantageous
  • Experience with individuals facing cognitive or physical challenges is essential
Required Skills:
  • Strong communication abilities
  • Excellent observational skills
  • Awareness of community resources
  • Capability to work both independently and collaboratively
Additional Requirements:
  • Criminal Records Check is necessary
  • Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance are required
  • Ability to utilize Personal Protective Equipment

Work Environment and Physical Demands: Attention to detail; ability to lift and carry using proper techniques; physical activities including bending, pushing, pulling, gripping, reaching, kneeling, and crouching.

Note for Current Employees:

If you are a union member applying for a unionized role, please be aware that the posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are insufficient applicants.

VON Canada is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental principles that embody Respect, Compassion, and Excellence.