COMMUNITY ABORIGINAL RECREATION ACTIVATOR (CARA)

Curve Lake First Nation; Curve Lake; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Curve Lake First Nation seeks a Community Aboriginal Recreation Activator (CARA) to coordinate and deliver recreation programs and community events at Curve Lake. You will handle program organization, promotion, and funding applications as part of a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes working with community members, planning inclusive activities, and providing administrative support to the recreation portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and coordinating recreation programming.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification.
• Ability to plan, promote and evaluate community recreation activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate recreation programs and events.
• Provide admin support and process funding applications.
• Develop local recreation needs assessments and work plans.
• Promote CARA programming through various channels and maintain equipment inventories.
• Assist community groups in planning their own programs.

Skills

Program delivery

Adult & youth care

Leadership & supervision

Communication skills

OH&S knowledge

Administrative support

Education

Recreation-related post-secondary education

First Aid & CPR Level C

Job description

COMMUNITY ABORIGINAL RECREATION ACTIVATOR (CARA)

• Coordinates the planning, delivery, program organization and promotion of a variety of recreation programs and community events at Curve Lake First Nation
• Handle administrative and office support tasks related to the project including applications for funding

The purposes of this position are:

• Coordinates the planning, delivery, program organization and promotion of a variety of recreation programs and community events at Curve Lake First Nation
• Handle administrative and office support tasks related to the project including applications for funding

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties:

The duties and responsibilities of this position are categorized into three main functions:

Programs and Events

• Plans, organizes, and coordinates recreation programs and special events
• Reviews programs and takes appropriate actions depending on registration, including combining/cancelling programs if necessary
• Plan community based physical activity programs based on community’s needs and interests
• Enhance the presence of programming
• Assist groups in planning their own programs
• Ensure the provisions of the workplace, office equipment and CARA programming materials
• Monitoring and evaluating the CARA program activities and providing ongoing direction and support
• Liaise with and respond to all community requests and inquiries with respect to recreation programming

Recreation

• Provide administrative support to Recreation Portfolio Councilors/Program Coordinator/Manager
• Develop a local recreation needs assessment and work plan for physical activity programs
• Plan community-based recreation programs based on community’s needs and interests
• Research recreation opportunities using the internet and other information sources
• Prepare updates and make recommendations on recreation issues for the Band Council Executive and Chief as required

Other

• Responsible for promotion, assistance with completing/ reviewing applications, and ensuring approvals and funds in place for Learning Through Recreation and Recreation Incentives.
• Promotes/markets Activities through a variety of sources i.e. Social media, newsletters, etc.
• Maintains program equipment and supplies and ensures good repair, working order and sufficient inventories
• Acts as a liaison between parents and instructors, dealing with situations/concerns as required
• Develop a community profile
• Provide activity reports to assigned advisor
• Enhance volunteer capacity by actively advertising and recruiting for volunteers to lead and support programs
• Other duties assigned as requested

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic Requirements: (APPLICANTS MUST EITHER SHOW NECESSARY PROOF WITH APPLICATION OR PROVIDE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)

Education

• Post-secondary education in a Recreation related field with experience developing and coordinating recreational programming
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification

RATED REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with direct program and service delivery
• Experience in the areas of adult and youth care, fitness, social and other leisure activities
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheets and registration programs
• Knowledge of community recreation programming principles and practices
• Knowledge of methods used in assessing the recreation program needs of the community
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of leadership and recruiting, training and supervising staff
• Knowledge of Workers Compensation Act and OH&S Regulations
• Strong appreciation of and empathy with the needs of children
• Sensitivity to Native Issues
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a group setting
• Ability to function as a team member
• Creative problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and establish and maintain harmonious working relationships
• Respect for confidentiality is a must
• High level of tact and discretionary capabilities
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Must exhibit a high degree of initiative and self-direction
• Must be punctual/dependable with a strong desire to work
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• This position requires an acceptable criminal record check

Personal Suitability

• Be honest and trustworthy.
• Be respectful
• Possess awareness and sensitivity to the history, language, culture and traditions of the people of Curve Lake First Nation
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Must demonstrate and ensure a high level of personal and professional conduct

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a Permanent Full Time position beginning immediately. Annual salary range for this position will be $50,906 to $55,431 based on a 39.5 hour work week.

Deadline for Applications

Friday, April 12 th 2024 @ 12:00pm (noon)

The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Canadian Police Information Check (CPIC) with Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) prior to commencing work.