Activity Instructor 2

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Brandon, FL

About The Position

The Activity Instructor II works under the direction of the Manager/Supervisor, Mental Health Services to provide mobile, community-based services for people with mental health problems. In collaboration with and as delegated by the case manager, the instructor provides care, supervision, and support to clients and caregivers through appropriate activities that help clients reach their optimal level of functioning and, in some cases, prevent or postpone further disability. The instructor assesses, develops, and implements individual and group programming that engages clients with their environment. Services may be provided in facilities, supported housing, clients’ homes, or adult day programs throughout Prairie Mountain Health. The position also involves skill development and rehabilitation, group facilitation and community engagement, health promotion and disease prevention, crisis management, and program-related administrative responsibilities.

Requirements

Grade 12 education (Manitoba Standards).
Post-secondary education in a health-related discipline.
Two years of experience, knowledge, and aptitude working with the specific population; other combinations of suitable education and experience may be considered.
Current Food Safe Handling Certification as specified in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-000564 Food Safety Education.
Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence, or equivalent from the province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle for service delivery throughout Prairie Mountain Health.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, as well as Internet applications and other information systems.
Demonstrated experience in group facilitation and group dynamics.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills for working with clients, families, and other health care providers.
Ability to facilitate or coordinate direct skills teaching and skills programming.
Knowledge and ability to develop or use a range of program and community resources.
Demonstrated organizational, decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population and confidentiality.
Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis.
Successful completion of a Criminal Records Check, including vulnerable sector, Adult Abuse Registry Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check; the successful candidate is responsible for associated service charges.

Responsibilities

Build therapeutic working relationships with clients and assess their strengths, interests, goals, barriers, functional needs, and resource needs.
Develop strength-based activity plans with clients that promote empowerment, independence, and self-responsibility, working with their support networks as appropriate.
Implement activity plans, evaluate client performance and responses to interventions, and provide constructive feedback, teaching, training, and guidance.
Monitor and modify client plans to accommodate changes in functioning or other circumstances.
Develop, post, evaluate, and reprioritize activity schedules according to program requirements and client needs.
Participate in multidisciplinary planning, communicate with team members, take responsibility for client assignments, and consult relevant team members about activities for clients with functional impairments.
Work with individuals and small groups to identify learning and working needs and increase awareness of available resources.
Coordinate with community agencies to adapt resources, reduce service barriers, and connect clients with resources that support their goals.
Identify and provide opportunities for expanded life experiences that support recovery, confidence, and self-esteem.
Organize and facilitate group activities and provide instruction to develop clients’ knowledge and abilities; consult on job stations and off-site work locations when appropriate.
Plan and deliver health-promoting activities, communicate with clients and partners about mental health, and participate in mental health education and public relations activities.
Deliver programming intended to prevent further disability, foster independence, and enhance quality of life in the least intrusive manner possible.
Provide education and training on safe work practices, address environmental safety concerns, assess potential crisis situations, and intervene to de-escalate them.
Develop and document work-related crisis plans with clients and relevant others, and problem-solve and provide feedback after crisis situations.
Maintain activity program statistics and monthly reports; document assessments, activity plans, and evaluations as required.
Maintain supplies records and inventory, requisition replacements, and ensure equipment is used safely, stored appropriately, and kept in good working order.
Prepare area budgets and report anticipated variances with the manager or supervisor; advise the Program Manager about recommended capital budget expenditures.
Maintain confidentiality, prioritize workload, and recognize legal issues relevant to patient treatment, including provisions of the Mental Health Act and Protection for Persons in Care Act.
Assist other Mental Health Programs when needed to meet clinical and operational needs, and perform other duties as assigned.