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The Lighthouse Supported Living is an emergency shelter, supported living and affordable housing provider offering a range of services to people experiencing homelessness and poverty to help them overcome barriers and achieve self-sufficiency. Our mission is to end homelessness through effective programs, partnerships, and advocacy. For more information, see our website: www.lighthousesaskatoon.org
The Lighthouse is hiring a Recreational Support Worker summer student. This position is full-time for nine weeks (360 hours total).
Within the context of a client/resident-centered care model and in accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the Recreational Support Worker works in a team based environment to coordinate programming at The Lighthouse and in the community to ensure therapeutic, recreational activities that improve individuals psychosocial functioning.
For a full job description, including duties and requirements, please visit: www.lighthousesaskatoon.org/about/careers/recreational-support-worker-summer-position/
Essential Skills
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Additional Skills
- Use computer applications
- Perform administrative tasks
Specific Skills
- Design, develop and deliver social/recreational programs
Clientele
- Adults
- Socially disadvantaged
- Persons with physical disabilities
- Persons with mental health disabilities
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
Area of Functional Expertise
- Program implementation and delivery
- Event planning and organization