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In-home Recreation Coordinator
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Are you an enthusiastic, energetic and highly organized individual with a passion for working with diverse groups of people and older adults including those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias?
**What We Offer**:
- Paid sick time
- Birthday off paid
- Generous vacation time
- Flexible work models
- Paid personal days
- Positive workplace culture
**About This Position**:
**Immediate Supervisor**:Manager of Therapeutic Recreation
**Direct Reports**:None
**Job Status**: Full-Time, 1-year Contract, 35 hours per week
**Location**:Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners - **Oxford (Woodstock) Site**
575 Peel St. Woodstock, ON (travel and support within Woodstock/Oxford County).
**Status**: Full-Time, permanent, 35 hours per week, occasional evening and weekend work required.
**Summary**:
The In-home Recreation Coordinator will assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized recreation opportunities for persons living with dementia (PLWD) in their home. There will be requirements of direct contact with clients to run programs within the home following safety procedures. Clients participating in the In-home Recreation program are typically in the early to mid-stages of dementia. The programs are designed to provide cognitive stimulation and social interaction for the person living with dementia. This time spent with the person living with dementia (virtually or in home) will offer respite to the care partners. The In-home Recreation Program aims to provide the opportunity to build a support network, get in touch with the community, and obtain further knowledge of Alzheimer Society resources.
**Required Qualifications**:
- Therapeutic Recreation Degree and/or Recreation and Leisure Diploma, or significant, relevant experience and/or a combination of both,
- R/TRO or CTRS Certified desirable,
- A minimum of two years of experience facilitating recreation one on one and/or group programs, comprised of diverse individuals with complex needs,
- Experience working with older adults, those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias preferred,
- Excellent observation skills and ability to assess behaviour changes over short (a few hours) and extended (over multiple weeks) periods of time,
- Demonstrated leadership skills through professional or volunteer activities,
- Experience working with volunteers an asset,
- Ability to work independently to develop recreation interventions for the program,
- Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently,
- Flexibility and adaptability in relation to program planning and delivery,
- Ability to use discretion, and judgment in handling sensitive or confidential information or situations,
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification required,
- Valid Vulnerable Sector Police Check screening required,
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation to client’s homes (London/Middlesex) and to the London/Middlesex - London office.
**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Receive referrals for the program and prioritize them appropriately due to the needs of the case,
- Plan, prepare and facilitate, individualized recreation plans for PLWD,
- Evaluate individualized plan and make modifications when necessary,
- Provide in-service training to volunteers to ensure education and skills are supported for a positive experience,
- Manage caseload of clients assigned,
- Maintain client records, ensuring documentation, assessments and client information are accurate and complete,
- Communicate with Manager of Therapeutic Recreation as well as interdisciplinary team to ensure goals of individual are being met,
- Complete mandatory training such as GPA training, CSS Dementia Education and additional training as required,
- Active engagement in team meetings,
- Communicate effectively and professionally with direct team and interdisciplinary team to support overall circle of care,
- Complete initial recreation assessments with PLWD and Care Partner as required.
The In-home Recreation Coordinator will plan and facilitate all aspects of the program including pre-program planning, program facilitation, shopping for supplies, preparing and printing materials before their individual session, and set-up/clean-up of their program. The In-home Recreation Coordinator will employ the tenets of therapeutic recreation to contribute to the establishment of a welcoming, inclusive, and enjoyable environment.
**Evaluations and Other Responsibilities**:
- As an employee of a non-profit organization, you are expected to participate in fund development activities as required,
- Quarterly performance management meetings and annual performance review with Manager of Therapeutic Recreation,
- A strong knowledge and understanding of clinical process,
- Work with program team to continually evaluate group programs by soliciting ongoing feedback from clients as well as asking participants to complete written questionnaires as appropriate,
- Always represent
