Department / Unit: Long Term Care
Job Stream: Clinical Support
Anticipated Start Date - End Date: To Be Determined - Indefinite
Reason for Term: Medical Leave
Union : MGEU
FTE: 0.50
Anticipated Shift: Days; Evenings
Daily Hours Worked: 8.25
Salary: As per collective agreement
This INDEFINITE TERM may expire subject to 24 hours notice of return of the current incumbent
POSITION SUMMARY:
The activity/recreation worker will develop and provide recreation programs focused on promoting the health,wellness, and recovery (physical and mental) of the clients. The activity/recreation worker will work collaboratively and independently to provide services to the clients in partnership with clients, families and interdisciplinary team members in alignment with PMH vision, mission and values.
Qualifications:
Grade 12 education (MB Standards)
Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within 6 months
Experience working with the elderly, physically and/or cognitively disabled
Other combinations of suitable education and experience may be considered
Two (2) years recent relevant experience working directly with clients in a health care or recovery setting
Province of Manitoba Class 4 Drivers License
Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
Demonstrated communication skills
Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team
Overview:
Plans, organizes and implements activity & recreation programs for clients and participants.




Organizes and implements group activities.
Provides instruction for selected tasks to develop knowledge and abilities.
Communicates information with interdisciplinary team members regarding client’s progress and revise plan as required.
Develops and implements creative activities for individuals and groups based on client
interests, needs and wishes.
Engages with and work with external partners as appropriate for the development of
activities/recreational events.
Ensures activity/recreational events that clients participate in are client focused related to the physical and mental wellbeing of the client.
Ensures that diagnosed or medical restrictions are followed during the activity/recreation
event.
Develops of the monthly recreation/activity calendar.
Estimates, obtains and adapts space, equipment and supplies necessary to conduct
scheduled activities.
Completes appropriate records/documentation including statistics as required.
Maintains activity program statistics and provides monthly reports.
Ensures a sufficient inventory of supplies are available to meet the activity program requirements by maintaining records of supplies used, and requisitioning for replacements as needed.
Assess the potential for crisis situations and intervenes to de-escalate/defuse situations
Ensures equipment is used safely, stored appropriately, and maintained in good working order
Other duties as assigned.
PMH has an Indigenous Human Resource Initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.
This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.
We thank all applicants that apply but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Recreation Worker, Uncertified (Manitoba)
🏢 Prairie Mountain Health
📍 Manitoba