Job Summary

The Part-Time Recreation Coordinator (Day Program) plans and leads engaging activities that support older adults and youths with disabilities. You’ll create welcoming opportunities for participation, connection, and enjoyment while adapting activities to participants’ interests and abilities. You will plan and deliver engaging, evidence based recreation programming for adults and youths, keep the program space safe and well run, and guide the staff, students and volunteers who support our clients.

Responsibilities

- Plan and facilitate group and individual recreation activities suited to participants’ needs, interests, and abilities.
- Encourage participation with patience, clear communication, and respectful support, including for people living with dementia.
- Observe engagement and well-being, share relevant updates with colleagues, and maintain clear activity records.
- Coordinate materials and activity schedules, adjusting plans to support a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable program.
- Your impact: Thoughtful activities help participants connect with others and make each program day more meaningful.

Program Facilities

- Ensure Day Program facilities and equipment are operated and maintained safely and effectively
- Monitor the use of recreation equipment and facilities
- Help prepare monthly calendars and client/family communications
- Ensure policies and regulations are followed
- Lead a morning meeting with staff and students to plan the day
- Work with all staff to support the safety and well-being of clients

Program Development

- Research, develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based recreation programs for clients
- Regularly evaluate program effectiveness and adjust program areas as needed




- Schedule programs, entertainment, students and volunteers
- Orient and supervise volunteers and students
- Explain and demonstrate activities, materials, equipment and safety procedures to participants

Teamwork and Leadership

- Take part in team initiatives and meetings
- Support the agency’s vision and goals by communicating, collaborating and leading by example
- Build strong relationships with team members to support a high-performing team
- Connect day-to-day activities to the organization’s overall strategy
- Encourage others and help the team adapt to change

Risk, Health and Safety

- Identify and report health and safety incidents and concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisors and/or funders, and document them according to DDC policy
- Take part in health and safety processes, procedures and regular training
- Help maintain a positive safety culture for staff and clients
- Respond to client incidents within your scope of practice
- Assess the severity of adverse client safety events, develop follow-up action plans, and work with funders as required
- Call 911 when a client is at immediate risk of harming themselves or others, or when there is a serious injury or imminent harm
- Identify potential hazards and clients at risk, and take preventative steps to reduce recurrence




- Report safety events affecting clients, caregivers and families in a timely and honest manner

Qualifications

- Degree in Recreation Therapy, or two years of community college in Recreation Therapy (or a related field)
- Professional member in good standing with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
- Experience delivering recreation programming for adults and/or youths, including individuals with disabilities or complex needs
- Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Solid communication and writing skills, and computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Sound work ethic and dedication to client care
- Able to work occasional evenings on a rotational basis
- Current CPR training is an asset
- U-First training is an asset

Work Location: This is an in-person, on-site position.

Equity and Accessibility

DDC is committed to an inclusive, accessible and barrier free environment where employees, volunteers and clients feel valued, respected and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. If you need accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know in advance.

We welcome your application even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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