Recreationist, Adult Day Program

Job Description

The Recreationist contributes to recreation planning and conducts recreation activities with groups at the Day Program. The Recreationist also organizes and promotes both research and evidence-based programs while taking into account the needs and interests of the clients.

We are looking for: 1 full-time, permanent Recreationist

Hours of Work: Rotating schedule, including 2-3 full weekend shifts per month.

• Regular Shift: Monday to Thursdays 8:30am-4:30pm, Friday 8:30am-3:30pm
• Weekend Rotation Shift: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 8:30am-4:30pm, Wednesday: 10:30am - 6:30pm

Location: 9600 Bathurst St Unit 4, Vaughan

Reports to: Manager, Social Work, ADP, Hospice and Bereavement

Compensation

Hiring Salary Range: The salary for this role ranges from $37,000 to $44,000 per year, depending on your skills and experience.

Circle of Care Benefits:

Health and Dental Benefits: A robust benefits plan with comprehensive health, dental, paramedical and vision coverage with employer paid premiums to support you and your family through all stages of life. 

Retirement Savings Plan: As part of our commitment to your long-term well-being, we provide an RRSP program through RBC with employer and voluntary employee contributions.  

Learning and Development: We support your continued growth and learning through paid training and professional development opportunities throughout your career.

Responsibilities

Recreation Facilities

• Ensure that Day Program facilities are operated and maintained effectively and safely.
• Assist in the preparation and development of the monthly calendars/letters.
• Ensure policies and regulations are adhered to.
• Monitor the use of recreation equipment and facilities.
• Work effectively with all staff to ensure the safety and well-being of the clients.
• Conduct morning meeting with all staff and students to plan the day.

Recreation Programs Development

• Research, develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based programs for clients.
• Perform ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of programs and adjust program areas.
• Schedule programs, entertainment, students, and volunteers.
• Manage orientation and supervision of volunteers and students.

Inventory Control & Related Duties

• Oversee the purchase, planning, design, construction, and upkeep of recreation facilities.
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.

Team Building and Leadership

• Actively participate in team initiatives and meetings.
• Build support for agency vision and departmental goals/objectives by communicating, collaborating, and leading by example.
• Build rapport with team members to ensure a high performing team.
• Look for daily opportunities to highlight the connection between overall strategy and day-to-day activities.
• Act as a change agent to positively encourage others and manage change.

Risk, Health and Safety Management

• Identifying and reporting health and safety incidents and concerns in a timely manner to the appropriate supervisors and/or funders, documenting incidents in EasyCare and escalating appropriately to the designated supervisors as outlined in the Client Safety Reporting policy (C.01.38).
• Participating in health and safety processes and procedures.
• Participating in maintaining a safe workplace environment by cultivating a positive safety culture and encouraging best practices to promote both staff and client safety and well-being.
• Participating in all health and safety training initiatives on a regular basis.
• Taking proactive action against client incidents within your scope of practice.
• Developing a plan to identify, manage and/or minimize client safety risks or situations in adherence with risk management operations policies.
• Assessing the severity of an adverse client safety/risk event and determining the best follow-up and developing an action plan following the event. Collaborating with funder (ex. HCCSS) and following any additional processes as required.
• Calling emergency services (911) when the client is at an immediate risk of harming themselves or others, or if there is a serious injury and/or imminent harm.
• Evaluating any potential hazards and identifying clients at risk for adverse health and safety events, taking preventative measures when necessary to minimize reoccurrence.
• Reporting all safety events impacting clients, caregivers and families in a timely and honest disclosure.

Qualifications

• Degree in Recreation Therapy or completion of 2 years community college in Recreation Therapy.
• Professional member in good standing with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certified.
• U-First training an asset.
• Experience working with frail and impaired elderly and their families, seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
• Experience in recreational programming for seniors.
• Intermediate communication and writing skills, including computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team, sound work ethics and dedication.
• Current CPR training would be an asset.
• Able to work occasional evenings on a rotational basis.
• Note this is an in-person/on-site position.