Activity Instructor 2

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Brandon, FL

About The Position

The Activity Instructor II provides mobile, community-based services for people with mental health problems under the direction of the Manager/Supervisor, Mental Health Services. In collaboration with and as delegated by the case manager, the instructor assesses, develops, and implements individual and group programming and supports that engage clients with their environment and help them attain their optimal level of functioning. Programming may be delivered in facilities, supported housing, clients’ homes, or adult day programs throughout Prairie Mountain Health. The role supports clients and caregivers through activities that promote recovery, independence, self-responsibility, and quality of life, and may help prevent or postpone further disability. The instructor works with clients, their support networks, community agencies, and multidisciplinary team members to plan, deliver, monitor, and adapt services. The position also includes crisis prevention and response, health promotion, program documentation and reporting, supply and equipment oversight, and budget-related input.

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 First Aid Certification.
Current Food Safe Certification as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-000564 Food Safety Education.
Class 5 driver’s licence, or equivalent from the province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within 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 and/or coordinate direct skills teaching and skills programming.
Knowledge of and ability to develop and/or use a range of program and community resources.
Demonstrated organizational, decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Flexibility to accommodate changes in techniques and procedures.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

Develop 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, in collaboration with their support networks.
Implement activity plans, evaluate client performance and responses to interventions, and provide teaching, training, guidance, and constructive feedback.
Monitor and modify client plans as functioning or circumstances change; develop and evaluate activity schedules to support participation and respond to client needs.
Participate in multidisciplinary planning, communicate with team members, manage client assignments, and consult appropriate team members about activities for clients with functional impairments.
Work with individuals and small groups to identify learning and working needs, share information about resources, and link clients with community agencies and services.
Work with community agencies to adapt resources to individual needs and reduce barriers to service.
Organize and facilitate group activities, provide instruction for selected tasks, and create opportunities that build confidence, self-esteem, and recovery.
Participate in planning and delivering health promotion programs and activities for clients, families, partners, community groups, and organizations.
Implement programming that supports independence, quality of life, and prevention of further disability.
Provide client education on safe work practices, address environmental safety concerns, assess crisis potential, de-escalate situations, and help develop and document work-related crisis plans.
Problem-solve and provide feedback to involved parties following crisis situations.
Maintain activity program statistics and submit monthly reports; document assessments, activity plans, and evaluations according to program requirements.
Maintain records of supplies, requisition replacements, and ensure equipment is used safely, stored appropriately, and kept in good working order.
Prepare area budget information with the manager or supervisor, report anticipated variances, and advise the Program Manager about recommended capital expenditures.
Maintain confidentiality, prioritize workload, and recognize relevant legal issues, including provisions of the Mental Health Act and Protection for Persons in Care Act.
Assist other Mental Health Programs when necessary to meet clinical and operational needs, and perform other duties as assigned.