Seasonal Inclusion Facilitator - Recreation Programs

Town of Newmarket; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of Newmarket is hiring for Seasonal/Sessional roles in Recreation & Culture Services. You will work with participants with disabilities, guiding safe, well-planned activities and providing personal care as needed.

The role emphasizes adaptability, communication with families, and collaboration with a supportive team. Applicants should have post-secondary studies in recreation or related fields, plus certifications in health and safety.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary studies in recreation, social work, education, PSW, or demonstrated experience with persons with disabilities.
• Ability to participate in a variety of recreational activities, including adapted activities and lifts/transfers.
• Excellent customer service, communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the Town is required.
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification required.
• High Five certification required; Behaviour Management/Safe Management or Crisis Prevention training required.

Responsibilities

• Guide participants with disabilities through safe, well-planned activities in group settings.
• Adapt activities and modify program plans as needed to suit participants.
• Manage behavioural challenges to ensure safety of all participants and staff.
• Provide personal care as required, incl. toileting, changing, and feeding.
• Communicate with parents/guardians and collaborate with staff to address concerns.
• Collaborate with program staff to discuss plans, concerns, and participant information.

Skills

Disability support experience

Communication

Customer service

Leadership

Organizational skills

Safety & risk awareness

Education

Post-secondary studies in recreation or related field

Some College Coursework Completed

Job description

Town of Newmarket is hiring for Seasonal/Sessional roles in Recreation & Culture Services. You will work with participants with disabilities, guiding safe, well-planned activities and providing personal care as needed.

The role emphasizes adaptability, communication with families, and collaboration with a supportive team. Applicants should have post-secondary studies in recreation or related fields, plus certifications in health and safety.