Job Description

Accomodation Statement Recreational Respite is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Recreational Respite will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided accommodations needed to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact our Recruitment Lead, Heather Slade at careers@recrespite. com. Recreational Respite provides meaningful respite solutions through recreation support: 1:1 and group programs. The services are provided within an individuals\xe2\x80\x99 home or in various community settings. Our team works with individuals who have disabilities, including mental health. We support children, youth, adults and older adults. Our team members are an integral part of our team at Recreational Respite. They possess a unique and skilled ability to respond to individualized needs, interests, strengths and abilities of the individuals we support. *Experience as an Independent Contractor, is an asset. RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to):

• Must be able to identify needs, abilities, strengths and interests and adapt programming on an individual basis with a strong additional focus on family and caregiver suppport

• Ongoing evaluation of recreation programming,

• Must have proven programming techniques to improve the physical, cognitive, emotional and social health, promoting connectivity and participation,

• Ensure to operate in compliance with the relevant policies and procedures of Recreational Respite. SKILLS:

\xc2\xb7 Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills \xc2\xb7 Strong organization and the ability to work independently \xc2\xb7 Possess strong documentation skills \xc2\xb7 Critical thinking and problem solving JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Current Standard and/or Emergency First Aid and CPR certification

• Vulnerable Sector check and clearance

• Reliable means of transportation is a must

EDUCATION: \xc2\xb7 Diploma or Degree Therapeutic Recreation \xc2\xb7 Diploma or Degree, Social Service Worker \xc2\xb7 Diploma or Degree, Child and Youth Worker Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 10 per week Salary: $20.00-$24.00 per hour Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

• clear VSC (required)
• CPR Certification (required)
• cpi training (preferred)

Work Location: In person