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Duties and responsibilities:
SLYP-Out is a recreation and leisure program for youth and young adults with varying abilities, between the ages of 12 and 22 years. The SLYP-Out Facilitator is responsible for assisting the SLYP-Out Coordinator with planning and implementation of activities.
Duties include:
- Assist with recruitment of SLYP-Out participants and volunteers
- Conduct recreational activities and assist with the distribution of schedule.
- Transport participants to and from activities when required
- Purchase supplies and materials needed for activities and within a budget
- Assist the SLYP-Out Coordinator with implementation of volunteer orientation
- Distribute and collect program evaluations
- Provide an engaging, interactive, safe and fun atmosphere for participants
- Foster a safe work environment by using safe work practices, observing Council policies and procedures and Occupational Health and Safety regulations
- Promote, instruct and model acceptable social behaviour for quality of life and training.
- Maintain participant records including attendance, goals, programs and activities.
- Encourage participant independence during activities to promote self-esteem, socialization, and recreation
- Evening work is required
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 education, presently enrolled in or returning to full time post-secondary studies in kinesiology, education, recreational therapy, social work or other related disciplines
- Preference will be given to candidate with valid First Aid and CPR.
- Basic computer skills using Microsoft Office programs
- Valid Drivers License and working vehicle
Experience
- Experience working with people or children/youth with physical and/or mental disabilities preferred
- Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills
- Innovation and creative thinking skills
The final candidates are required to provide satisfactory police record checks