Position: Recreologist Number of Position(s): One (1) Position Type: Permanent full time unionized position (35 Hours/ Week: Monday to Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm).

Language: Bilingualism (English/French) is required.

Reports to: Program Manager Vacancy: Existing Vacancy Purpose:

The Recreologist position encourages physical and social activity of Salus clients with participation in community-based recreation and leisure and provides expertise to Front Line Staff. The Recreologist provides clients the chance to plan and enjoy their leisure time. The Recreologist organizes group activities and links clients with activities in the broader community.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (eg: Recreology, Recreation and Leisure Studies…)

Two years experience working with clients recovering from mental illness

Training in CPR, CPI, ASIST, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Concurrent Disorders, ASL and LSQ are assets Pre Hiring Requirements: Academic certificates

Criminal reference check (Vulnerable Sector Screening)

Eligible to work in Canada

Valid drivers’ license and use of own vehicle Proof that the successful candidate has received both doses of a Health Canada approved COVID 19 vaccine at least 14 days before the first day of work, subject always to Ottawa Salus’ duty to accommodate under the Ontario Human Rights Code Responsibilities:

Providing individual client recreation & leisure programs and linking clients with suitable community programs Establish a trusting relationship with clients

Complete Recreation and Leisure assessments Develop with individuals’ recreation/leisure plans based on clients’ interests

Provide teaching, coaching and support as required Re-evaluate program on a regular basis

Facilitate integration into the broader community Provide group activities as part of the rehabilitation day program Offer activities based on client interest and need

Elicit client feedback on the effectiveness of the activities and modify as needed Providing consultative services to residential staff and clients in the area of recreation and leisure Provides resource information on community recreation and leisure programs and maintains a current resource binder





Identify sources for subsidies and funding for Recreation and Leisure programs and have application forms available Developing and coordinating special activities including client activities and agency activities

Client Events: Establishes a recreation committee that represents the broad make-up of the Agency clients Organizes and supervises special events (with input from the committee and other sources i.e., questionnaires and other staff input) Agency Events: At the request of the Executive Director and/or Manager assist with agency wide events including but not exclusive to; picnics, Christmas party, recreation and leisure fund raising activities Developing formal links and network with other recreologists in the community Network and meet informally with colleagues

Arrange site visits as needed Participating in on-going evaluation and enhancement of the rehabilitation program Participate in program reviews

Assist in developing evaluation tools

Provide input and recommendations into the development of policies and procedures Fulfilling team and other responsibilities Work collaboratively and cooperatively with team members

Attend regular rehabilitation and administrative meetings take direction from the Manager on tasks to be accomplished

Participate in committee work Participating in lifelong learning Participate in agency planning days and other educational opportunities

Provide an annual outline of learning goals related to the work position Suitability: Displays values and attitudes in keeping with the helping professions (i.e. sensitivity, respect, understanding, sincerity, genuineness, perseverance, patience, compassion, positive outlook, non-judgmental attitude, acceptance, tolerance, empathy, etc.)

Demonstrates excellent judgement in decision making and in professional approaches to the work

Demonstrates an ability to work in a team as well as an ability to take independent action and initiative in the job

Shows a commitment to work

Demonstrates common sense and good judgment

Demonstrates the ability to resolve workplace conflict with their manager and colleagues

Manages stress related to work environment Knowledge: Knowledge of mental health,



substance use health, and harm reduction principles

Demonstrates specific knowledge in the area of Therapeutic Recreation and the use of recreation and leisure in preventing and/or minimizing disabilities and illnesses and improving individuals’ functional abilities

Demonstrates specific knowledge of health issues and of social problems associated with psychiatric disabilities and the impact of Mental Illness on functional capacity

Demonstrates knowledge of Psycho-social Rehabilitation Principles

Demonstrates knowledge in the areas of teaching and coaching, specifically knowledge around modifying teaching style based on client’s learning skills and strengths

Knows community-based Recreation and Leisure Programs and resources for program subsidies and funding for Recreation and Leisure Programs

Has knowledge of Group Dynamics theory and practice

Has mastery of principles of Client-Centered practices

Demonstrates understanding of: Crisis intervention & prevention, Suicide prevention and intervention Skills: Ability to establish positive and supportive relationships with clients

Ability to complete individual client Recreation and Leisure Assessments

Develop, implement and monitor individual Recreation and Leisure Programs

Demonstrates effective teaching and coaching skills Ability to supervise and support volunteers

Ability to act as consultant and expert in the area of Recreation and Leisure services Ability to organize special events and group activities

Crisis management skills

Ability to maintain client files and demonstrate appropriate practices such as time management, confidentiality, and the ability to work safely without supervision Why Work at Ottawa Salus?

Salus has a proven record of successfully supporting clients with serious and persistent mental health and addictions illness to live their best possible life. Regardless of their role in the organization, staff are passionate about their work and supporting clients on their recovery journey. If you are someone that wants to make the world a better place and bring hope to others, you will love working here.

We offer all these and many more including: competitive earnings generous Health benefits and pension plan (HOOPP)

compressed work week paid vacation days a friendly team who create a great work environment

📌 Recreologist (Ottawa)
🏢 SALUS
📍 Ottawa