Inclusive Recreation Programmer I

City of Vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Vancouver is seeking a Recreation Programmer I – Access and Inclusion to assist in developing and delivering adapted recreation programs across City facilities. The role supports individuals with disabilities, works with staff, and helps remove participation barriers while expanding inclusive opportunities.

Responsibilities include planning, coordinating programs, training staff on Disability Acceptance and Awareness, overseeing part-time and volunteer teams, and ensuring accurate

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary diploma or degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related discipline and some related experience in adapted recreation including working with individuals who have developmental and/or physical disabilities in a community setting or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience training and leading staff teams an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assists a supervisor in identifying community recreation needs focusing on programs for persons with disabilities.
• Coordinates and directs routine recreational programs for persons with disabilities across the city.
• Leads and instructs the public in adapted recreation activities and supports staff and volunteers.
• Arranges space, monitors programs, and prepares narrative evaluations of programs.
• Develops staff training on Disability Acceptance and Awareness and oversees program records.

Skills

Staff leadership

Disability awareness

Education

Therapeutic Recreation diploma/degree

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The City of Vancouver is seeking a Recreation Programmer I – Access and Inclusion to assist in developing and delivering adapted recreation programs across City facilities. The role supports individuals with disabilities, works with staff, and helps remove participation barriers while expanding inclusive opportunities.

Responsibilities include planning, coordinating programs, training staff on Disability Acceptance and Awareness, overseeing part-time and volunteer teams, and ensuring accurate