SOCIAL RECREATION WORKER
Job Title: Social Recreation Worker
Area of Responsibility: Health and Wellness
Reports to: Manager, Case Management & Health and Wellness
Position:
This is a unionized bargaining unit full time, permanent position.
Position overview:
Reporting to the Manager, Case Management & Health and Wellness Programs, the Social Recreation Worker plans, coordinates and carries out group activities, outings, and large agency wide events for persons with mental health needs. This position promotes wellness and recovery through community involvement and group participation, and endeavors to meet clients’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and cultural needs and interests.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordination and Planning
· Plans, coordinates, implements and/or evaluates the social recreation activities, groups and special events for the Summit Housing & Outreach Programs Health and Wellness Program.
· Under the supervision of the Manager, Case Management & the Health and Wellness programs, research, plans, implements and evaluates a variety of social recreational activities.
· Escorts and supports client groups to special events and community outings.
· Working with the Co-ordinator of Volunteers, identifies the need for and schedules both client and community volunteers.
· Provides a robust therapeutic recreation program to meet the many needs of our clients.
· Consults with and responds to client feedback to determine the recreational needs of the services users.
· Coordinates and supports a Health and Wellness Program member advisory committee.
Program Development
· Engages in community outreach and represents that program and agency in the community
· Remains current in best practices in the field of social recreation and therapeutic support.
· Acts as an internal agency resource and champion to embed the Health and Wellness program in the agency continuum of care in partnership with the Co-ordinator of Volunteer.
· Makes suggestions for program and quality improvement to Manager in conjunction with the Co-coordinator of Volunteers.
· Oversees the compliance of all funder requirements.
Administrative
· Receives referrals, completes intakes and group readiness assessments.
· Documents in agency electronic client record.
· Maintains up to date records regarding client activity attendance and use of services.
· Produces and distributes monthly calendar and newsletter for the Health and Wellness Program.
· Maintains equipment and work areas.
· Ensures the safety and security of participants and maintains a clean, tidy program environment.
· Monitors expenditures and takes corrective action where necessary.
· Distributes, collects and records client survey in accordance to funder requirements.
Qualifications and Requirements:
· Completion of a recognized Therapeutic Recreation program or Degree in mental health discipline or social work, or diploma coupled with social recreation programming experience.
· Minimum of 2 years’ experience.
· Working knowledge of databases and MS Office (specifically, Excel).
· Able to communicate effectively with diverse people.
· Excellent organizational and team coordination abilities.
· A pleasant, outgoing personality.
· Must be detail‐oriented and well organized.
· Comfort in working independently, or with minimal oversight.
· Valid G driver’s license, adequate insurance coverage – use of a vehicle is essential.
· Second language is an asset.
Equity Statement:
As an equity-informed employer, Summit Housing and Outreach Programs aims to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from equity-deserving candidates, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized individuals, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and women. We recognize and honour the intersectionality of equity-based identities.
Personal experience with mental health challenges, whether firsthand or through a loved one, is considered an asset. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please inform us before the interview if you require an accommodation.
Shifts: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., 40 hours per week.
Monday to Friday with flexibility required for program needs.
Main Location: Halton Region
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.53 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process.
This posting is to fill an existing vacancy.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to $25.53 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Have you completed a recognized Therapeutic Recreation program Degree or diploma in social services coupled with social recreation programming experience?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
