Part time Recreation Worker - HOMES Wesley

Good Shepherd Centres • Hamilton, ON

2d • CA$25 - CA$30 • Onsite

About The Position

The HOMES program provides supportive housing to persons who have been homeless and are living with a mental illness. The recreation worker will engage tenants living at Wesley to reach personal goals and to engage in meaningful activities in the building to further develop the community here.

Requirements

• Education and experience in recreation.
• Experience working in the mental health field
• Belief in and understanding of Recovery
• Knowledge of recreation opportunities in Hamilton
• Experience working both individually and as part of a team
• Proven ability to encourage and motivate change
• Creative, innovative, flexible personality with the ability to multi-task.
• Respectful and compassionate demeanor
• Must have driver's license and a vehicle available for work
• Must have CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities

• Facilitating social interaction and community integration
• Support and encourage attendance and participation in programs
• Participate in programs as a role model, mentor and coach to tenants.
• Work with teams and tenants in program development and implementation
• Lead recreation programs on-site, and outings in the community.
• Communicate and collaborate with Good Shepherd staff, community mental health agencies and community partners.
• Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations

Benefits

• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed