Recreation Facilitator

Holland Christian Homes is seeking energetic and motivated Recreation Facilitator to join its team.

**ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND**:
Holland Christian Homes consists of 6 independent/Assisted Living apartment towers, as well as Faith Manor and Grace Manor which are private, non-profit Christian Long-Term Care facilities situated in the City of Brampton. Holland Christian Homes is a growing, dynamic, innovative organization that provides a full continuum of care to individuals in a Christian atmosphere.

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Responsible for assisting in the planning, organization and direction of meaningful activities for residents in their prospective Manor

**Specific responsibilities include**:

- Provide sufficient job training, direction and evaluation to placement students completing their practicum hours within the activity department
- Provide direction and guidance to volunteers who are assigned to assist our department with activity programs.
- Attend monthly department meetings
- Attend and actively participate in interdisciplinary meetings designed to re/assess the needs of and develop a plan of action for the residents.
- Assess the activation needs of residents based on their interests, capabilities (both physically and cognitively) and available community resources
- Maintains open communication with residents, medical staff, facility staff, families, volunteers, and visitors.
- Participates in in-service programs, seminars, conferences and workshops.
- Participates in the CQI and Accreditation Program of the facility.
- Assist in developing, planning, organizing, facilitation and evaluating activation programs designed to provide sufficient variety to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual needs of the residents.
- Uses physical facilities, supplies and equipment, effectively and economically.
- Responsible for maintaining all appropriate documentation for i.e.: Activity Pro, Point Click Care etc.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor

**Qualifications**:

- Completed diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university
- Completed diploma or degree in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related field from an Ontario postsecondary institution
- Skill in planning and implementing activities and programs that benefit and fill the needs of residents.
- Evidence of good communication skills.
- Familiarity with conducting Bible studies and devotional activities
- Knowledge of current concepts in gerontology and related activities and recreation.
- Ability to demonstrate diplomacy and professionalism when working with families and other professionals.
- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
- Demonstrated success in communicating with all levels of the organization that includes communicate effectively with staff, residents, families/visitors delivery/service personnel and the general public.
- Excellent problem solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Must be available for weekend work as per the Collective Agreement, and to work all shifts and all areas if required by the Director of Programs and Services_

**Interested and qualified applicants should forward an Application for New Position in confidence, to**:
**Job Types**: Permanent, Casual

**Salary**: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Brampton, ON L6Y 5A7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person