Recreation Worker, Uncertified

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Rossburn; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kibbi Technologies Inc. in Manitoba is seeking an activity/recreation worker to develop and deliver programs aimed at promoting health, wellness, and recovery for clients. You will collaborate with clients, families and an interdisciplinary team to support individualized plans.

You will plan and run group activities, monitor progress, maintain records, and ensure safety and confidentiality while respecting diverse backgrounds and providing client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education as per MB standards.
• Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience working with the elderly or disabled.
• Two (2) years recent relevant experience with clients in health care or recovery.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Problem solving and decision making skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in techniques and procedures.
• Good communication skills.
• Respect and promote confidentiality.
• Respect and promote a culturally diverse population.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and implements activity and recreation programs for clients.
• Organizes and facilitates group activities.
• Provides instruction for selected tasks to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Communicates client progress to interdisciplinary team and revises plans as required.
• Develops creative activities for individuals and groups based on client interests.
• Engages with external partners for activity development.
• Ensures client-focused events supporting physical and mental wellbeing.
• Ensures medical restrictions are followed during activities.
• Develops monthly recreation/activity calendar.
• Manages space, equipment and supplies for scheduled activities.
• Completes records and statistics as required and maintains inventory.
• Maintains activity program statistics and monthly reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Grade 12 education (MB Standards)

Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Internet applications

Other IT skills

Job description

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education (MB Standards)
• Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within 6 months
• Experience working with the elderly, physically and/or cognitively disabled
• Other combinations of suitable education and experience may be considered
• Two (2) years recent relevant experience working directly with clients in a health care or recovery environment
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team

Position Summary

The activity/recreation worker will develop and provide recreation programs focused on promoting the health,wellness, and recovery (physical and mental) of the clients. The activity/recreation worker will work collaboratively and independently to provide services to the clients in partnership with clients, families and interdisciplinary team members in alignment with PMH vision, mission and values.

Responsibilities

Overview:

• Plans, organizes and implements activity & recreation programs for clients and participants.
• Organizes and implements group activities.
• Provides instruction for selected tasks to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Communicates information with interdisciplinary team members regarding client's progress and revise plan as required.
• Develops and implements creative activities for individuals and groups based on client interests, needs and wishes.
• Engages with and work with external partners as appropriate for the development of activities/recreational events.
• Ensures activity/recreational events that clients participate in are client focused related to the physical and mental wellbeing of the client.
• Ensures that diagnosed or medical restrictions are followed during the activity/recreation event.
• Develops of the monthly recreation/activity calendar.
• Estimates, obtains and adapts space, equipment and supplies necessary to conduct scheduled activities.
• Completes appropriate records/documentation including statistics as required.
• Maintains activity program statistics and provides monthly reports.
• Ensures a sufficient inventory of supplies are available to meet the activity program requirements by maintaining records of supplies used, and requisitioning for replacements as needed.
• Assesses the potential for crisis situations and intervenes to de-escalate/defuse situations
• Ensures equipment is used safely, stored appropriately, and maintained in good working order
• Other duties as assigned.