Part-Time Recreational Support Worker - Contract

Description

Reena is actively looking for Contract, Part-Time Recreational Support Workers ( RSWs) to work within its Community Outreach programs.

As an RSW, you would provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities.

This is a great opportunity for University / College students looking for Part-Time employment. There is potential for extensions and growth within the agency.

Work Schedule :

December 23rd January 3rd

• Hours : 8 : 30 AM 4 : 30 PM
• Days off : December 25th and 26th (Holiday break)

January 3rd March 3rd

• Monday : 5 : 00 PM 9 : 00 PM
• Tuesday : 4 : 30 PM 8 : 30 PM
• Wednesday : 5 : 00 PM 8 : 30 PM
• Thursday : 5 : 00 PM 9 : 00 PM
• Sunday : 11 : 00 AM 5 : 30 PM

If you are passionate about making a difference and available for the above shifts, we encourage you to apply.

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 recommended.
• Volunteer 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.

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.