Recreational Support Worker – Seasonal-Part time Contract
Reena is actively looking for Contract, Part-Time Recreational Support Workers (RSWs) to work within its Community Outreach social and recreational programs. As an RSW, you would provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
This is a Contract Position from October 27th to December 15th, 2024.
This is a great opportunity for University/College students looking for Part-Time employment. There is potential for extensions and growth within the agency.
Shift Details:
- Weekdays: Evening shifts
- Weekend: Afternoon shifts
- Total: Up to 24 hours per week
- Location: Reena Battle Centre, 927 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill
- Salary: $18.50 - $19.77 / hour
Job Responsibilities
· Design and implement recreational activities for individuals with developmental disabilities
· Reinforce social and life skills
· Participate in mandatory meetings and training
Qualifications
Requirements
- High School Diploma as the minimum education
- CPR Level C
- A valid G2 license is an asset.
- Volunteer and/or work experience in recreational camps or working with individuals with special needs
Qualification
- Relevant background in child care, education, social work, psychology, and social services
- Self-motivated and willing to learn
- Flexible and adaptive to change
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively and independently in a team environment.
- Creativity, patience, and a passion for working with children and youth.
Please note all interested candidate will need to comply to the mandatory Vaccination Policy thereafter (i.e. boosters, as applicable); Reena will comply with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and accommodate staff, that for bona fide human rights protected reasons are unable to be vaccinated, based on providing supporting documentation that substantiates this requirement.
Reena is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.
About Reena
Reena is a non-profit organization that promotes dignity, individuality, independence, personal growth and community inclusion for people with diverse abilities within a framework of Jewish culture and values.
Reena was established in 1973 by parents of children with developmental disabilities as a practical alternative to institutions. In 1977, Reena began receiving funding from the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services and since that time has grown to provide support for hundreds of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Reena offers a variety of services including: residential support, respite programs, counselling, therapy and advocacy.