Recreation Programmer

Recreation Programmer Location Aurora, ON :

RECREATION PROGRAMMER

Full-time , 35 hours per week

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm,

Aurora location

The Adult Day Program (ADP) is a full-day community-based program, offering respite to caregivers and providing older adults and persons with age related conditions with individualized plans of care. The program includes a variety of social and wellness activities, companionship, nutritious snacks, and lunch, in a safe, friendly, and caring environment while addressing social isolation for older adults. Activities include exercise, mental stimulation, crafts, relaxation programs, entertainment, health promotion, and disease prevention. Programs are also being offered virtually.

The Role: Reporting to the Day Program Supervisor, you will design, develop, implement and evaluate group and individualized wellness programs for frail seniors and seniors with cognitive impairment in an Adult Day Program.

What you bring to the role:

• Degree or diploma in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Social Service Worker Gerontology or related field.

• Understands the concepts of health and wellness as it pertains to therapeutic program planning.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Experience in developing partnerships to enhance therapeutic programming.

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.

• Actively participates as a team member and works with others to achieve common goals.

• Understands proper body mechanics for safe assistance with clients.

• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Database, PowerPoint or Publisher) and knowledge in social media platforms for virtual programming.

• Current certifications in Food Handler's Course, First Aid and CPR.

• Training in Montessori principles for dementia programming an asset.

Fluency in both official languages (English & French) and/or other language(s), an asset.

What we offer:

• Group health & dental benefits.

• Pension Plan.

• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization.

• Supportive team environment.

• Positive work-life balance.

CHATS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Accommodation will be provided to individuals with disability, upon request