Recreation Facilitator

Requisition ID: 400695  

Posting End Date: Open until Filled

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Lions Housing Centres Inc.

Site: Lions Housing Centres Inc. - Lions Place Adult Day Program 610 Portage Ave 

Department / Unit: Recreation Department

Posting Category: Non-Clinical  

FTE: .5  

Anticipated Shift: Days Tuesday to Friday 9:30 am to 4:00 pm

Work Arrangement: In Person  

Daily Hours Worked: 7.5 

Annual Base Hours: 1274

Lions Housing Centres Inc. owns and operates housing and care facilities to provide accommodation for adult citizens. We provide support that looks at the whole person, not just their mental health needs, but consider their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.

JOB PROFILE:

Under the supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, assists with professional duties consisting of, but not limited to planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, and all daily routine activities related to the delivery of the day program for community seniors

Maintain the role of the assistant to the Recreation Coordinator in planning, organizing, developing, evaluating recreation, fitness, and observing day to day operations of the program. 

To provide personal assistance including bathroom assistance to members as necessary, Perform program tasks accordingly and in a professional manner.

Required to actively participate in all programming and assume leadership through facilitation of programming.

Maintains a high standard of program delivery in a manner consistent with the organization's aims and objectives, and in keeping with advances in current gerontological thinking.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and work together to develop team dynamics and group cohesiveness.

Job Responsibilities:

• In consultation with the Recreation Coordinator, plan monthly calendar of events and implement programming.

• Ensure recreation equipment is prepared for the daily activities according to the recreation calendar.

• Clean up recreation equipment.

• Check messages on voice mail.

• Coordinate and maintain communication with transportation company through fax and phone calls to confirm attendance.

• Maintains inventory of equipment; distributes equipment.

• Maintain established recreation, social, and specialized programs, promoting group interaction, participation, cognitive stimulation, individual accomplishment, and enjoyment of purposeful activities.

• Take initiative to assist with the planning and implementation of social, cognitive and recreation programs in accordance with the capabilities of each member and the group as a whole.

• Research program resources.

• Facilitate and lead activity programs specifically planned for Cognitively impaired seniors.

• Exhibit creativity and resourcefulness in adapting existing program resources, and design programs that address the capabilities of group demographics.

• Assist with implementation of fitness program, and assume leadership as required.

• Plan special events in consultation with the Recreation Coordinator and the Recreation Manager.

• Communicate new ideas, suggestions and recommendations regarding program planning and individual participant program objectives.

• Assist members upon arrival, departure, and during the day as necessary.

• Prepare and clean-up of program area prior to arrival and after members leave.

• Participate with the group during all programming.

• Provide appropriate assistance and support to members with physical or cognitive limitations, being sensitive to their self-worth and dignity.

• Maintain all equipment and materials, checking safety of equipment used.

• Take out a morning snack and put in oven warmer.

• Wipe down tables with both cleaner and sanitizer if required.

• Set tables for morning coffee with appropriate napkins, spoons, and cream/sugar, garbage cans, mugs.

• Set lunchtime tables with placemats, cutlery, etc. being cognizant of group dynamics.

• Prepare coffee, tea, fill water pitchers and ensure sufficient juice is prepared for daily use.

• Assist with cleaning up; load and start dishwasher as required.  

• Serve appropriately sized servings to members and cut food for members as required.  Monitor food intake.

• Assist with serving at coffee, lunch, and snack time during the day;

• Ensure all foods are properly stored in enclosed labeled with date on storage containers.

• Prepare surface cleanser and sanitizer when needed.

• Be cognizant of all diabetic and special needs, allergies, minced, thickener and ensure this information is communicated.

• Provide reminders to members take lunchtime medications as required.

• Clean tables and countertops and put away all accessories.

• Usage of appliances includes coffeemaker, kettle, dishwasher, oven, stovetop, microwave, and freezer.

• Sweep the floor after each mealtime and wipe down chairs and tables with antiseptic spray.

• Ensure Coordinator is advised when repairs may be needed within the club.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor of Recreation Studies, Recreation Facilitator for Older Adults certificate, Food Handlers Certificate or a combination of related education and experience.

• Understanding the aging process.

• Awareness of community resources.

• Understanding of group process.

• Ability to develop, plan and implement programs to the Cognitively impaired seniors.

• Good communication skills, written and oral.

• Creativity and resourcefulness.

• Ability to relate to and be sensitive to cognitive impairment.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting.

• Ability to be physically active throughout the day.

• Commitment to the philosophy and objectives of Lions Housing Centres.

Benefits:

• Group Heath and Dental
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability and Rehabilitation 
• Life Insurance
• Pension Plan

HOW TO APPLY:

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

1. Applications submitted without the REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.

2. Applicants must submit a resume clearly indicating how they meet the qualifications of the position. (Required)

3. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.