Position Number: REC-
Posting End Date: November 12, 2026
City: Winnipeg
Site: Golden Links Lodge Personal Care Home
Work Location: 2280 St. Mary's Road Winnipeg MB R2N 3Z6
Department / Unit: Recreation Services
Job Stream: Clinical Support
Union: CUPE
FTE: 0.2
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POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Recreation Worker – Uncertified

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Summary Of Function

Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Recreation Worker plans, facilitates and evaluates Recreation Programs to meet the social, physical, emotional, cognitive and spiritual needs of designated individuals and groups of Residents in accordance with Manitoba Health Standards. Functions as part of the interdisciplinary team. The Recreation Worker works within the framework of Golden Links Lodge’s Mission, Vision & Values and in accordance with its policies and procedures. Supervises and evaluates Volunteers and Students assigned to the program as requested.

Qualifications

- Education :
- Recreation Facilitator for Older Adults Certificate or equivalent diploma/degree is an asset.
- Training in Non-Crisis Intervention, First Aid / CPR and Food Handler’s Certificate an asset.
- Computer literacy.
- The ability to read, write, comprehend and speak fluent English
- A combination of education and experience will be considered.

- Experience :

- One year previous experience working with the elderly
- Experience in personal care home setting preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, implement and evaluate Recreation Programs.

- Personal:

- Physical and mental health to meet the requirements of the position.




- Interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Knowledge of the needs of the elderly and an ability to relate to them with warmth, empathy.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and in harmony within a team environment.
- Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness and creativity.
- Ability to adapt to changing needs of Residents.
- All hires require a Criminal Record and Adult Abuse Registry check.

- Other

- Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend fluent English is required. (see selection process)
- Able to carry out duties in a skilled manner, working under minimum or no supervision, and in compliance with confidentiality requirements of GLL and its Residents.
- Clean, neat appearance, in accordance with GLL dress code.
- Understands and respects Residents’ rights and privacy, and presents a courteous, cooperative and professional manner to both Residents and Staff while performing duties.
- Good organizational skills, with ability to adapt to changing needs and requirements.
- Promotes a homelike atmosphere within Golden Links Lodge.

SELECTION PROCESS

Screening: Candidates will be pre-screened based on education and experience. Eligible candidates will be interviewed.
English Proficiency Test: Candidates will be submitted to an English language test (Writing, Reading, Listening, and Speaking).
The English Proficiency Test is REQUIRED and will be considered a condition of employment, which means that any eligible candidates will be required to first pass testing. The candidates that successfully pass the test will move to stage two of the interview process. If candidate fails, will no longer be eligible to proceed with interview for position and will not be considered further in the selection process.
Interview: Candidates will be interviewed by the Senior Leadership Team.
References: At least three (3) professional references will be required, and references will be checked prior to hiring.

Position Responsibilities And Duties

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📌 Recreation Worker (Winnipeg)
🏢 Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA)
📍 Winnipeg