Inclusive Adaptive Recreation Programs Assistant

Mount Royal University; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Association perks

Professional development fund

Bucketlist rewards program

Awards event

Community connections

Towel and lock service

Employee discounts (selected programs)

Employee family discounts

Under Armour swag store

Job summary

Mount Royal University is seeking an Adaptive Programs Assistant to help design, deliver, and evaluate inclusive adaptive sports and recreation programs at the MRU Recreation Centre. The role emphasizes equity, accessibility, and belonging through movement for people experiencing disability.

You will work with the Adventure Programs Supervisor and community partners to create participant-centered experiences, mentor staff, and promote collaborations with the Calgary Adapted Hub.

Qualifications

• Must be a current post-secondary student enrolled in Fall and Winter semesters.
• Experience or asset in accessibility, universal design, or disability studies is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and delivering adaptive sports and recreation programs.
• Support monitoring and improvement of current adaptive programs in the Recreation Centre.
• Act as liaison between Cougars Athletics and Recreation and adaptive communities on/off campus.
• Engage with participants and stakeholders to reflect lived experiences and inclusivity.
• Research and propose new resources and partnerships for adaptive programming.
• Draft proposals for new program ideas and collaborations.
• Contribute to program assessment tools evaluating outcomes and accessibility.
• Represent adaptive programming at events and open houses as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Collaboration

Identity awareness/reflexivity

Relationship building

Proficiency with digital tools

ASL / accessibility awareness

Education

Current post-secondary student (Fall and Winter)

Tools

Google Workspace

Recreation management software

Job description

Mount Royal University is seeking an Adaptive Programs Assistant to help design, deliver, and evaluate inclusive adaptive sports and recreation programs at the MRU Recreation Centre. The role emphasizes equity, accessibility, and belonging through movement for people experiencing disability.

You will work with the Adventure Programs Supervisor and community partners to create participant-centered experiences, mentor staff, and promote collaborations with the Calgary Adapted Hub.