Recreation Therapy Facilitator — Community Impact & Outreach

Springboard; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Toronto is seeking a Recreation Therapy Facilitator to provide recreation opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. The role includes facilitating activities, supporting community integration, and managing challenges effectively. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant qualifications in recreation therapy. Flexibility in scheduling is required, with a prioritized focus on community engagement and support.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of recent work related experience in recreation therapy, conflict management, and recreation program planning.
• Proven group facilitation skills to lead recreational programming within classroom and community settings.
• Valid First Aid and Safe Management certifications.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate recreation therapy programming for youth and adults with developmental disabilities.
• Plan and organize activities for community integration.
• Manage challenging behaviors and ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Recreation therapy facilitation

Community outreach

Conflict management

Crisis intervention

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Post-secondary diploma/degree in Recreation/Therapeutic Recreation

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Job description

A community-focused organization in Toronto is seeking a Recreation Therapy Facilitator to provide recreation opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. The role includes facilitating activities, supporting community integration, and managing challenges effectively. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant qualifications in recreation therapy. Flexibility in scheduling is required, with a prioritized focus on community engagement and support.