Recreation Worker, Uncertified

Prairie Mountain Health; Treherne; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization located in Treherne, Manitoba is seeking an activity/recreation worker to develop and implement programs that promote the well-being of clients. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and strong organizational and communication skills. This role requires working independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to support the physical and mental recovery of clients.

Qualifications

• Experience working with the elderly or disabled clients preferred.
• Two years of recent relevant experience in health care.
• Knowledge of confidentiality and culturally diverse population.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide recreation programs for clients' health and wellness.
• Organize and implement recreation activities and group events.
• Engage with interdisciplinary team members on client progress.
• Develop monthly recreation calendar and manage supplies.
• Ensure safety, confidentiality and client-focused activities.
• Record statistics and maintain documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Flexibility

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Grade 12 education

Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1

Class 5 Drivers License

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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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

• 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 revises plan as required.
• Develops and implements creative activities for individuals and groups based on client interests, needs and wishes.
• Engages with and works with external partners as appropriate for the development of activities/recreational events.
• Ensures activity/recreational events that clients participate in are client focused and related to the physical and mental wellbeing of the client.
• Ensures that diagnosed or medical restrictions are followed during the activity/recreation event.
• Develops 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 is 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.