Recreation Assistant

2 months ago


Guelph, Canada Homewood Health Full time

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

As a Recreation Assistant, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here

Hours of work: 12 - 18 hours per week

Internal applications for this position within the UFCW bargaining unit must be received within 7 days of being posted to have seniority considered in the selection process.

What you’ll be doing:

Supervise patients and assist with fitness floor supervision to ensure safety and accident prevention Ensure rules and boundaries are followed by patients Address inappropriate or unsafe behaviours with patients and report any concerns to clinical team and management Consult with patients regarding their fitness goals and instruct them on how to properly and safely use the equipment Support all patient/staff programs and encourage the use of other recreation facilities ( tennis courts, gymnasium, and grounds) Conduct tours of the fitness centre and promote programs and services available Respond to telephone and email inquiries Sign-out recreation equipment and keep inventory of items available for patient use Record patient and staff “sign-in” statistics Make appointments for massage therapists

What we are looking for:

Diploma in Recreation Leadership, Recreation Therapy, Kinesiology, Health Studies or related field Experience working with mental health and addictions populations Must have valid CPR Certification Personal Training/Group Fitness training an asset Ability to perform exercises and movements as demonstrations for patients Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to work independently and within a team environment Mature with a genuine interest in a variety of individuals and commitment to providing quality service to diverse populations Proficient in Microsoft Office Evidence of good work and attendance record Commitment to working within Homewood’s Health and Safety Standards

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

Why Work For Us

Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference

As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.



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