Sensity is a not‑for‑profit organization providing services and programs to members of the deaf‑blind community. We are recognized in Canada and around the world as a leader in the provision of intervenor services.

Recreation & Programming Specialist

Provides specialised support through the design, adaptation, and evaluation of inclusive recreation and sensory programming, ensuring accessible, person‑directed engagement through the intentional use of sensory channels and specialised environments.

Perks

- Benefit plan including a health spending account .
- Paid wellness days .
- RRSP matching up to 3% of earnings .
- Up to 50% reimbursement for relevant classes after one year of service.
- Opportunities to participate in conferences and workshops in the community and abroad.

Key Activities

- Develop, adapt, and modify programming to support individuals with diverse deaf‑blind profiles.
- Integrate preferred sensory channels (tactile, auditory, visual, vestibular, proprioceptive) into program planning and facilitation.
- Apply person‑directed planning and universal design principles to ensure equitable access across individual and group programming.
- Schedule, coordinate, and provide day‑to‑day oversight of the Snoezelen and music rooms, supporting internal use and approved external partnerships.
- Ensure sensory and music room environments are intentionally adapted to individual sensory profiles through appropriate adjustments to lighting, sound, vibration, tactile materials, pacing, and environmental structure.
- Oversee booking, set‑up, tear‑down, monitoring, and maintenance of sensory and music rooms to keep them safe and fully operational.
- Coordinate maintenance, repair, replacement, and enhancement of specialized equipment, including purchase requisitions and liaison with internal departments and external vendors.
- Keep current with emerging sensory technologies and evidence‑informed practices, recommending innovations that enhance accessibility and program quality.
- Develop, coordinate, and deliver training on the safe, ethical, and effective use of sensory and music rooms for staff and community partners.




- Maintain a train‑the‑trainer model in collaboration with Service Support Specialists to support sustainable, region‑wide training delivery.
- Provide coaching to intervenors to strengthen programming capacity and quality of practice.
- Administer specialized travel funding and related financial supports to reduce transportation barriers.
- Review, assess, approve, and track travel funding requests ensuring allocations are equitable and aligned with program goals and budgets.
- Monitor utilisation and evaluate the impact of travel supports to inform continuous improvement.
- Develop and maintain community partnerships to expand inclusive opportunities and access to specialised rooms.
- Monitor and evaluate program quality, participation, and outcomes, incorporating feedback from individuals who are deaf‑blind, families, and Service teams.
- Document best practices and contribute to organisational resources, tools, and standards related to inclusive recreation and sensory‑focused programming.
- Collaborate with regional Service teams to build local programming capacity and support consistency across regions.
- Manage purchasing, expenditures, and budgets related to programming, equipment, travel supports, registration fees, and activity‑related costs.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation, records, and reports in accordance with organisational policies and compliance standards.
- Perform additional program coordination and organisational support duties as required.

Qualifications

- Completion of a college diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field (a diploma or certificate in intervenor services is a strong asset).
- Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in recreation, sensory‑informed,



or inclusive programming.
- Demonstrated knowledge of deaf‑blindness, intervenor services, and sensory‑informed practice.
- Proven experience in training delivery or capacity‑building through coaching, consultation, or train‑the‑trainer approaches.
- Experience with purchasing and administration of programme‑related funds, including coordination of specialised equipment and access supports.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information and build positive relationships.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team while exercising independent judgment and initiative.
- Excellent organisational, planning, and time‑management skills, with strong attention to detail.
- High degree of flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and service demands.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); knowledge of ShareVision and Canva is an asset.
- Willingness to work outside regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
- This position requires occasional travel; a valid driver’s licence Class G, reliable vehicle, and clean current driver’s abstract are required.

Other

- Employment is conditional upon receipt of a successful Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
- Position requires repetitive hand motion and moderate stooping, bending and lifting; must lift 35–50 lbs occasionally.
- The role may be required in indoor and outdoor settings.
- French language skills may be considered an asset.
- Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English.

This position reflects an existing vacancy within our organization.

Sensity is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and dignity in the workplace and are committed to developing inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

The pay range for this role is: 47,000 – 53,000 CAD per year (Ontario).

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