Active Living Programmer – Part-Time (202650)

Town of Halton Hills; Halton Hills; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of Halton Hills is seeking an Active Living Programmer – Part-Time to design and deliver quality programs for older adults. The role supports the Senior’s Active Living Centre (SALC) grant and involves coordinating with instructors, volunteers, and program staff to run engaging activities.

The candidate should be able to work daytime hours and some evenings/weekends as required. Responsibilities include program setup, supervision, data confidentiality, and cooperation with the Recreation

Qualifications

• Design and delivery of programs for older adults
• Assist in creating interactive activities for adults/older adults
• Supervise programs and manage equipment and supplies
• Maintain participant confidentiality
• Support instructor/or volunteer orientation

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver interactive activities for adults and older adults
• Set up, deliver and supervise programs and initiatives
• Maintain confidential participant information
• Orient instructors and volunteers on responsibilities
• Ensure programs run on schedule and with high quality
• Adhere to confidentiality and health standards

Skills

Customer service

Program design

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Confidentiality

Public interaction

Health & safety awareness

Education

Post-secondary recreation/kinesiology/fitness

Fitness certifications (CanFit/CCAA-SFIC)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Active Living Programmer – Part-Time (202650)

Active Living Programmer – Part-Time (202650)

Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator- Active Living, this position is responsible for the design and delivery of quality services, programs and initiatives for older adults including, but not limited to; pop up programs, educational sessions, Falls Prevention Month and Heart Month initiatives. This position is funded through the Senior’s Active Living Centre (SALC) Grant through the government of Ontario.

• Maintain current knowledge of program specialty and industry standards and provide current content within the program design
• Assist the Recreation Coordinator – Active Living and Program Instructors in the design and delivery of interactive activities for adults and older adults that comply with department and industry standards (e.g., HIGH FIVE®)
• Direct program set-up, delivery and active supervision of programs and initiatives as well as the set-up of supplies and equipment
• Maintain confidential participant information regarding special needs, health conditions, financial circumstances, etc.
• Assist in the orientation of Program Instructors and Volunteers around job responsibilities, and provide them with support
• Conduct initiatives in a pleasant and positive manner and adhere to standards and scheduled times
• Maintain confidentiality regarding participant information

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Recreation, Kinesiology, Fitness and Health Promotion or related field considered an asset
• Specialty knowledge or recognized qualifications around working with older adults
• Experience in program planning and implementation
• Fitness certification in CanFit or CCAA- SFIC considered an asset
• Standard First Aid/ CPR Certification
• Parks and Recreation Ontario HIGH FIVE® PHA certification
• Proven customer service skills and working with the public
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite is an asset
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in cooperation with others
• Ability to ensure a high level of confidentiality is maintained
• Ability to complete the physical duties of the position including some lifting of equipment

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Compensation:

The rate of pay for the position is $22.97 - $27.35/hour, up to 20 hours a week on a 6 – month contract basis with approved grant funding, with the option for renewal. Applicants must be available to work daytime hours between 8:30am-4:30pm or scheduled programs, and some evenings and weekends as required.

Location:

Hillsview Active Living Centres, Town or non-Town facilities and/or outdoor environments

The Town of Halton Hills is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O. 2001, c.25) and will be used to select a candidate. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Director of Human Resources.