Social Recreation Support Worker SaskAbilities

Fnuniv; Yorkton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

SaskAbilities – Yorkton Branch is seeking a Social Recreation Support Worker for the Yorkton area. This permanent Part-time (.5FTE) position runs Wednesday to Friday, 9 am to 3 pm, with possible evenings and weekends.

The role focuses on developing social and leisure programming for youth and adults facing mental health challenges within a supportive setting. The ideal candidate will hold a Diploma in Human Services or related experience, have at least one year of relevant work, and demonstrate

Qualifications

• Diploma in the Human Services field or related experience.
• One year experience in related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proficient computer skills.
• Open-minded, creative with effective time management and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Drop-In Centre programming as scheduled and engage with individuals accessing services.
• Organize and support community activities including volunteering opportunities and connections to other service providers.
• Assist with After Hours Group transport, setup, supervision and cleanup as needed.
• Support or facilitate groups and work as part of a team with other staff.
• Monitor and report changes in client behaviour and suggest new programming to the supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Human Services

Job description

Competition #: 2026-124-PPR-04
Position: Social Recreation Support Worker Yorkton Branch – Partners in Mental Health
& Well-Being
Employment type: Permanent Part-time .5FTE Working Hours: Wednesday to Friday / 9 am to 3 pm
*May include some evening and weekend hours
Closing date: November 8, 2026

Duties and responsibilities

At Partners in Mental Health and Well-Being, we aim to develop and facilitate a variety of recreational, support, and social programming for youth and adults experiencing mental illness and/or struggling with their overall mental well-being. We strive to create opportunities for members of the community to develop social connections, participate in meaningful leisure activities, develop new skills, and find a support network. Social Recreation Support Workers use their skill and talents to facilitate programming in a safe and supportive environment.

Duties include

• Facilitate Drop-In Centre programming, as scheduled and engage with individuals accessing services
• Organize and support community activities which may include volunteering opportunities and connections to other service providers
• Assist when needed with the After Hours Group including transport/set up/supervision/clean-up
• Assist or facilitate support groups when required
• Work as part of a team which includes Social Recreation Support Workers, Peer Support Workers, casual staff
• Monitor and report any changes in client behaviour, suggestions for new programming and ways to enhance overall service delivery to the supervisor

Qualifications

Education

• Diploma in the Human Services field or related experience

Experience

• One year experience in related field

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and proficient computer skills
• Open-minded, creative, effective time management, and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.

For position information Contact: Jamie Neal at 1-833-444-4126 toll free

Compensation: Pay Class 13 (range of $24.02 to $29.65 per hour) plus benefit package

Email: [e-mail]

Mail: Mary Baron, Executive Assistant
SaskAbilities – Yorkton Branch
PO Box 5011 YORKTON SK S3N 3Z4
Phone: [phone] toll free Fax: [phone]

SaskAbilities is an inclusive organization, welcoming individuals of all abilities. We believe in workplace diversity and we do not discriminate in our employee selection. Race, colour, disability, religion, gender, national origin or sexual orientation does not play a role in our hiring decisions