Recreation Assistant

Homewood Health Centre•Guelph, ON

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning. As a Recreation Assistant, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!

Requirements

Diploma in Recreation Leadership, Recreation Therapy, Kinesiology, Health Studies or related field
Experience working with mental health and addictions populations
Must have valid CPR Certification
Ability to perform exercises and movements as demonstrations for patients
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Mature with a genuine interest in a variety of individuals and commitment to providing quality service to diverse populations
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Evidence of good work and attendance record
Commitment to working within Homewood’s Health and Safety Standards
Subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

Nice To Haves

Personal Training/Group Fitness training an asset

Responsibilities

Supervise patients and assist with fitness centre supervision to ensure safety and accident prevention
Ensure rules and boundaries are followed by patients
Address inappropriate or unsafe behaviours with patients and report any concerns to clinical team and management
Consult with patients regarding their fitness goals and instruct them on how to properly and safely use the equipment
Support all patient/staff programs and encourage the use of other recreation facilities (e.g. tennis courts, gymnasium, and grounds)
Conduct tours of the fitness centre and promote programs and services available
Respond to telephone and email inquiries
Sign-out recreation equipment and keep inventory of items available for patient use
Record patient and staff “sign-in” statistics
Make appointments for Integrated Health Clinic (massage, physiotherapy, osteopathy)